User manual ROUTE 66 BT-GPS

ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide ROUTE 66 Geographic Information Services B.V. Haaksbergweg 9 NL-1101 BP AMSTERDAM ZUIDOOST The Netherlands Telephone: +31-(0)20 452 92 98 Fax: +31 (0)20-312 30 61 E-Mail: info@66.com URL: www.66.com Version: 1.0 Copyright Reserved Please do not illegally duplicate this manual. 2 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide CONTENT 1. 2. 3. 4. OVERVIEW ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 UNPACKING --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5 MAIN FEATURES --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS--------------------------------------------------------- 7 4.1. 4.2. 4.3. 4.4. 4.5. 4.6. 4.7. 4.8. General Specifications ------------------------------------------------------------------------7 Acquisition Time (Average) * --------------------------------------------------------------7 Accuracy Usage * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7 * ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7 Power Supply------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8 Output Protocol and Interface---------------------------------------------------------------8 Dimensions and Weight ----------------------------------------------------------------------9 Other Functions---------------------------------------------------------------------------------9 Nomenclature---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11 Bluetooth Installation ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 14 Installing the Testing Program ------------------------------------------------------------ 17 5. GETTING STARTED --------------------------------------------------------------------- 10 5.1. 5.2. 5.3. 6. 7. ACCESSORIES---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21 USB CABLE DRIVER INSTALLATION ---------------------------------------------- 22 7.1. 7.2. 7.3. System Requirements----------------------------------------------------------------------- 22 Installation -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22 Important Notes ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22 8. 9. LIMITED WARRANTY ------------------------------------------------------------------- 23 TROUBLESHOOTING ------------------------------------------------------------------- 26 3 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 1. Overview (Figure 1) The ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver has a built-in rechargeable Lithium-ion battery. Powered by the SiRF Star III, the ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver is a dual- purpose GPS receiver that communicates with other systems via Bluetooth technology. The SiRF Star III architecture packs the GPS receiver with a comprehensive range of functions, to satisfy the rigorous requirements and professional demands of the location technology field and the needs of personal consumers. The ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver is totally complementary with Bluetooth-enabled PDA and Notebooks etc. in the transmission of satellite signals. The device can be used in car navigation, security systems, cartography, and other applications such as surveying and agriculture, etc. The basic requirement for its use is to "have a clear view of the sky". It relies on Bluetooth transmission technology, USB, or other compatible interface to communicate with other electronic devices. The built-in rechargeable battery saves satellite information such as the status of the satellite signal, the last location, and the date and time last used. Apart from being a very power efficient device, the ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver tracks up to 20 satellite signals at a time * , re-acquires satellite signals in 100 ms and updates position data every second. Trickle-Power power saving capability allows the unit to operate only a fraction of the time. Push-to-Fix permits users to have a quick position fix even when the receiver was only just switched on prior to the positioning. 4 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 2. Unpacking Congratulations on your purchase of the GPS Receiver. We hope it will be useful to you for a long time. Before you begin, make sure that your package includes the following items. If any of these items are missing, please contact your local ROUTE 66 dealer or distributor. . 1. ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver 2. Car Charger 3. GPS drivers (CD) 4. Warranty Card 1 piece 1 set 1 piece 1 set 5 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 3. Main Features In addition to providing a set of user-friendly functions, the ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver WELL suits integration with other systems. · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Comes with SiRF Star III for low power consumption. Extremely fast Time To First Fix (TTFF) and re-acquisition supports 20 Channels. * 200,000 effective correlations for rapid acquisition and reacquisition of satellite signals. * Comes with built-in WAAS/ EGNOS demodulator to enable position fixes under low signal level conditions, removing the need for any additional hardware. * Completely compatible with the Bluetooth Serial Port Profile (SPP). Low power consumption. Comes with built-in interchangeable Lithium-ion battery for up to 8 hours of use without having to use additional power sources. Comes with either Continuous Mode or Power Saving Mode selectable as required. Comes with a multi-purpose non-Bluetooth-enabled devices. expansion terminal to connect to Backed-up by a built-in rechargeable Lithium-ion battery to store positions and RTC data to enhance TTFF. Supports NMEA0183 v2.2 data protocol. 3-color LED to show device status. Light, slim, and compact. Automatically protects the battery from overheating due to overcharging. Improved calculation algorithm enables fast position fixes even under conditions of low signal level. Flexible design. Easily integrable with car navigation, marine navigation, fleet management, AVL, personal navigation, tracking systems, and other cartographic services. 6 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 4. Technical Specifications 4.1. General Specifications · · · · GPS Chip: low power consumption SiRF Star III Chip. Channels: Tracks up to 20 satellites. * Satellite broadband: 1 Hz. Receiver signal: L1, C/A Code. 4.2. Acquisition Time (Average) * · · · · · Reacquisition: 0.1 second. Cold start: 42 seconds. Warm start: 38 seconds. Hot start: 1 second. Automatically refreshes position every second. * 4.3. Accuracy · · Typical positioning: 5 ­ 25 m CEP (without SA). Differential positioning: With synchronous satellite EGNOS/ WAAS: Position error: o < 2.2 m, horizontal 95% of the time. o < 5 m, vertical 95% of the time. Velocity: 0.1 m/ sec. Time: 1 sec sync GPS time. · · 4.4. Usage · · · · * Altitude: < 18,000 meters (60,000 feet). Velocity: within 736 meters/ seconds. Acceleration: 4G. Jerk: 20 meters/ seconds (max). 7 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 4.5. Power Supply · · External power source: 5V DC +/- 5% Battery: Main battery: Rechargeable Lithium-ion-ion battery. Backup battery: Rechargeable 3V Lithium-ion-ion battery for RTC and satellite data storage. · · Working current: 75-85 mA (under Continuous mode) Battery life: Up to 8 hours under full battery and Continuous mode. 4.6. Output Protocol and Interface · Output Protocol: I. NMEA 0183 v2.2 protocol Baud rate: 38400 bps Data bit: 8 Parity: None Stop bit: 1 II. Output Format: GPGGA (once per second). GPGSA (once per 5 seconds). GPGSV (once per 5 seconds). GPRMC (once per second). GPVTG (once per second). Choice of GLL or SiRF binary format. III. Datum: WGS84. · Input/ Output Interface: I. Compatible Bluetooth Serial Port Profile (SPP): up to 3 meters (without obstacles). II. Output port: Mini USB Type B connector. III. Choice of compatible accessories 1.5 meter USB cable 8 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 4.7. Dimensions and Weight · · · Dimensions: 70 (W) × 24(L) × 16(H) millimeters Weight: < 35 grams Operating temperature: from -10 to + 60 (when not battery charging); from 0 to 45 (when battery charging). · · Storage temperature: from -20 to +70 Operating humidity: 5% to 95% (without condensation) 4.8. Other Functions · · · Minimum signal strength: -159 dBm. * Antenna Type: Built-in patch antenna. LED display: Built-in 3 LED display to indicate battery status, Bluetooth data transfer, and GPS status. 9 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 5. Getting Started Step 1. Battery Charging Before using the GPS receiver for the first time charge the battery until the battery LED indicator goes out. This indicates that the battery is fully charged. Connect Power Supply Connect the power cable to the power socket of the Mini USB. Charge Battery Note: This power cable is strictly for battery charging. It cannot be used for data transfer. Battery indicators: Low Battery ------------------------------------- Red LED Charging ----------------------------------------- Green LED Charging Complete/ Battery Full----------- LED unlit Mini USB power socket Step 2. Power Up Bluetooth Indicators ­ Turn the device on Has PDA or Notebook found compatible Bluetooth device? Yes Transfer data? Yes Terminate data transfer? Yes Yes Turn on Bluetooth in device? No Blue LED flashes (once a second) No Transferring...... Blue LED flashes (once every 3 seconds) Note: 1) To make the connection, some PDAs require turning the Bluetooth feature OFF and then ON. 2) For use on Notebooks with Bluetooth feature. No Processing...... Blue LED flashes (once a second) Fixing A Position For strong signal strength, activate the device in an unobstructed space. Turn the device on Turn the device off Positioning --Orange LED is on Orange LED will flash Power on/ off ---Orange LED will go out Positioning Completed --- 10 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 5.1. Nomenclature 1). The features of the ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver are as shown in Figure 2. Battery Indicator Bluetooth Indicator GPS Indicator Power Socket and Data Port (Figure 2) 2). LED indicator status Symbol Color Status Once a second Blue Bluetooth Red Battery Green None Orange GPS Flashing Position set Lit up Lit up Not lit up Lit up Flashing Once a second Description Searching for Bluetooth device Hibernation mode Low battery Charging Normal Positioning Once every 3 seconds Transferring data 3). Power switch: a: Power on ­ Orange light comes on. b: Power off ­ Orange light goes out. 11 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 4). Power socket and data port as shown in Figure 3 Connector Type: 5-pin mini USB Type B female connector Position: See Table 1 1 5 (Figure 3) Table 1 Position 1 2 3 4 5 Name GND NC TXD RXD NA Data transmission. To transmit data to peripheral devices. (CMOS 3.0V Level) Data receipt. From peripheral devices to the ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver. (CMOS 3.0V Level) Signal and Description Power and signal ground. Positive terminal of the DC adaptor that powers the internal VCHARG charging circuit of Lithium-ion battery. Input power supply 5.0V +/- 5%@1A. 12 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 5). The ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver optional accessories and connector description are as shown in Figure 4. PC/Notebook USB port USB cable Mini USB (Figure 4) 13 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 5.2. Bluetooth Installation Follow the instructions below to link your ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver to a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant). 1. Activate "Bluetooth Manager" on your pocket PC. Tap New, Connect, to access other devices via Bluetooth. 2. Search Bluetooth device "ROUTE 66 BT-GPS". Select Explore a Bluetooth device, and tap Next. 14 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 3. Search for the Bluetooth device. Tap Next, and then select ROUTE 66 BT-GPS. 4. To establish Bluetooth link, select Connect to SPP Slave, tap Next and then Finish. 15 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 5. Tap ROUTE 66 BT-GPS: SPP slave, and select Connect from the dropdown menu. The installation has been completed. 16 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 5.3. Installing the Testing Program You can install the GPS viewer program from the supplied CD to check current positioning and satellite signal reception. To install Microsoft Active Sync to your PC, refer to your Pocket PC manual for installation procedures. 1. Connect your Pocket PC cradle to the UART port on your PC. The Microsoft ActiveSync will detect your Pocket PC automatically. 2. Double-click the GPSViewer.exe on your PC. The GPSViewer.exe program will install automatically. 17 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 3. Click Start, Programs, GPSViewer on your PDA. 18 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 4. The following screen appears after GPS Viewer is opened. 5. Set Baud rate to 38400. Click the Scan button to scan for COM Port. Select your COM Port (COM1~COM10), and click Open GPS. 19 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 6. Select GPS Status to view the satellite diagrams as shown below. 20 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 6. Accessories To cater to customers' different uses and needs, the ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver comes with a range of accessories. When using these accessories, your device will not only have the capability to transfer via Bluetooth, but the ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver will also connect and transmit signals to PDAs, Notebooks and other devices. * Optional Accessories · USB Data Cable (for data transmission between the GPS receiver and the computer) 21 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 7. USB Cable Driver Installation The selected USB cable, which complements the ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver requires the driver to be installed. The following steps detail the installation of the USB cable. 7.1. System Requirements CPU: IBM, Pentium and higher, or other compatible systems Memory: At least 16 MB Operating System: Windows 98/ Me/ 2000/XP 7.2. Installation 1) Copy ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver->English->USB Driver->Win98_2k_XP USB-V2.1.0.exe from the CD to the hard disk. 2) Execute USB-V2.1.0.exe 3) Connect the ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver USB cable to the computer. The system will automatically search for the plug-and-play device and then automatically start the installation. This step completes the entire USB Driver installation. 7.3. Important Notes 1) After the driver installation has been completed, verify the COM port at which the ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver USB was installed. a. b. c. d. Click menu, select , then enter In select , then < System Properties> Select < Device Manager > Select and check if the is found. If installation is completed, the product can now be used. "#" represents the Virtual COM Port that was created by the computer. Before using the navigation software, please ensure that the port settings on both the navigation software (usually COM 1) and the computer are identical, so as to correctly receive the data. 22 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 2) Users are strongly discouraged from attempting to operate the system while driving. 3) Should this system be used in vehicles, the GPS position needs to be established while the vehicle is stationary. 4) GPS signals are incapable of penetrating solid objects that are non-transparent. The signals will be also be affected by surface cover such as tall buildings, tunnels, elevated expressways, forests etc., or weather conditions such as overcast and rain. If the vehicle is poorly insulated against heat and contains metal parts, GPS signals will not be able to penetrate. 5) All wireless communication devices such as cell phones or traffic police speed detectors etc. can interfere with the reception of GPS signals, resulting in unstable signals. 8. Limited Warranty Non-U.S. and non-Canadian purchases: If you have made your purchase outside the United States and Canada, this Limited Warranty is granted by and this Limitation of Liability is stipulated for the benefit of ROUTE 66 Geographic Information Systems B.V., Brouwerstraat 36, NL-2984 AR Ridderkerk (The Netherlands). 1) ROUTE 66 Geographic Information Systems B.V. ("ROUTE 66") warrants to you that the Hardware will be free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use ("Defects") for a period of two (2) years from the date that the Hardware was first purchased by you ("Warranty Period"). During the Warranty Period the Hardware will be repaired or replaced at ROUTE 66's choice ("Limited Warranty") without charge to you for either parts or labour. This Limited Warranty covers the replacement of the Hardware only. If the Hardware is repaired after the Warranty Period has expired, the Warranty Period for the repair will expire six (6) months after the date of repair. 2) The Limited Warranty does not apply to normal wear and tear, does not apply when the Hardware is opened or repaired by someone not authorized by ROUTE 66 and does not cover repair or replacement of any Hardware or part thereof damaged by: misuse, moisture, liquids, proximity or exposure to heat and accident, abuse, non-compliance with the instructions supplied with the Hardware, neglect or misapplication. The Limited Warranty does not cover physical damage to the surface of the Hardware. This Limited Warranty does not cover any software that may accompany or be installed on the Hardware. 23 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 3) In order to make a claim of a Defect, you must contact ROUTE 66 by email during the Warranty Period via www.66.com to explain the Defect and to obtain an RMA number (Return Materials Authorization) if necessary. You must return the Hardware during the Warranty Period, along with an explanation of the Defect, to the address provided to you by ROUTE 66. If a defect arises and a valid claim under this Limited Warranty is received by ROUTE 66 after the first one hundred and eighty (180) days of the Warranty Period, ROUTE 66 is entitled to charge you for any reasonable shipping and handling costs made in connection with the repair or replacement of the Hardware. You must comply with any other return procedures stipulated by ROUTE 66, if any. 4) Some countries may not allow the exclusion or limitation of damages. If any part of this Limited Warranty is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of the Limited Warranty shall nonetheless remain in full force and effect. 5) This Limited Warranty is the only express warranty made to you and is provided in lieu of any other express warranties or similar obligations (if any) created by any advertising, documentation, packaging, or other communications. 6) Except for the Limited Warranty and to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, ROUTE 66 and its suppliers provide the Hardware "AS IS AND WITH ALL FAULTS", and hereby disclaim all other warranties and conditions, whether express, implied or statutory, including, but not limited to, any (if any) implied warranties, duties or conditions of satisfactory quality, of fitness for a particular purpose, of reliability or availability, of accuracy or completeness of responses, of results, of workmanlike effort, of lack of viruses, and of reasonable care and skill, all with regard to the Hardware, and the provision of or failure to provide support or other services, information, software, and related content through the Hardware or otherwise arising out of the use of the Hardware. Also, there is no warranty or condition of quiet enjoyment, quiet possession, or non-infringement with regard to the Hardware. This exclusion does not apply to (i) any implied condition as to title and (ii) any implied warranty as to conformity with description. 7) This Limited Warranty does not affect any legal rights under applicable national legislation governing the sale of consumer goods. 8) This Limited Warranty cannot be transferred to any other person. 24 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 9) Neither ROUTE 66 nor its suppliers shall be liable to you or to any third party for any damages either direct, indirect, incidental, consequential or otherwise (including in each case, but not limited to, damages for the inability to use the equipment or access data, loss of data, loss of business, loss of profits, business interruption or the like) arising out of the use of or inability to use the Hardware even if ROUTE 66 has been advised of the possibility of such damages. 10) Notwithstanding any damages that you might incur for any reason whatsoever (including, without limitation, all damages referenced herein and all direct or general damages in contract or anything else), the entire liability of ROUTE 66 and any of its suppliers shall be limited to the amount actually paid by you for the Hardware. 11) ROUTE 66 shall not be liable for (i) any fraud on the part of its employees and/or agents; or (ii) any fraudulent misrepresentation on the part of its employees and/or agents. 12) Notwithstanding the above, neither party's liability for death or personal injury resulting from its own negligence shall be limited. · As the ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver has a built-in Lithium-ion battery, please avoid leaving the device in high temperatures under direct sunlight for an extended period of time. The built-in Lithium-ion battery can only be replaced by ROUTE 66. Customers will bear full responsibility for the use of other unapproved products and the warranty does not cover such acts. · 25 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide 9. Troubleshooting Problem Reasons Either no GPS signals or weak No signal output signals. Signals blocked by tall buildings, vehicle roof, or anti-heat film on the vehicle windows. Check the ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver Unable to find GPS module Improper installation or battery is flat. installation or ensure that the battery is not flat. The battery LED should not be lit. (orange LED should light) Unable to connect to Bluetooth Improper installation Refer to Section 5.2 to re-install. Ensure proper installation of the ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver, or terminate the use of the COM port, or check if other installations require password. Disable the power saving mode, re-execute the PDA to reopen the COM port. Use the ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver outdoors. Place the ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver outdoors. Method Unable to open COM port The ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver is not properly installed, or COM port is currently being used. The PDA may go into power saving mode after a few minutes of inactivity. No signal This will in turn close the COM port. Weak or no GPS signal. * Cit. SiRF's onginal chipset spec. 26 ROUTE 66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Guide Disposal of old electrical appliances The European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), requires that old household electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste stream. Old appliances must be collected separately in order to optimise the recovery and recycling of the materials they contain and reduce the impact on human health and the environment. The crossed out "wheeled bin" symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation, that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected. Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance. 27