Altina GPS Receiver GBT708 User Manual

Bluetooth GPS User Manual  
GPS GBT708  
Version 1.01 2004 / 09 / 2 6  
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1. OVERVIEW  
Altina GBT708 Bluetooth wireless GPS Receiver is a total solution GPS receiver with  
Bluetooth, UART interface and built-in rechargeable battery for high sensitivity to tracking  
signal. GBT708 is a dual-function GPS receiver. Not only transmit satellite information  
through the PDA or Notebook with Bluetooth interfaces but also G-Mouse GPS receiver  
through a data cable.  
GBT708 provide you various applications such as car navigation, mapping, surveying,  
security, agriculture and so on. GBT708 communicates with other device through Bluetooth  
wireless function and compatible interface of RS-232 or USB.  
Indeed, built-in  
rechargeable Lithium-ion battery offer you a convenient use in drive and also can save  
satellite information such as the status of satellite signal, the last location, date and time for  
last use.  
With low power consumption, the GBT708 can track up to 12 satellites at a time, and  
re-acquires satellite signals in 100 ms and updates position data every second.  
Trickle-Power allows the unit operates a fraction of the time and Push-to-Fix permits user to  
have a quick position fix even though the receiver usually stays off.  
2. PRODUCT FEATURE  
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Built in SiRF Star IIe/LP Low power consumption chipset  
12 parallel satellite-tracking channels for fast acquisition and reacquisition  
High speed signal acquisition using 1920 time/frequency search channels  
Built-in WAAS/EGNOS Demodulator without any additional hardware  
Compatible with Bluetooth Serial Port Profile (SPP) completely  
Built-in rechargeable Lithium-ion battery without external power supply  
Provide Continued mode and Power Saving mode for user’s requirement  
Provide expand terminal contact to other system without Bluetooth device  
Built-in rechargeable battery for memory and RTC backup and for fast Time To  
First Fix (TTFF)  
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Support NMEA0183 v2.2 data protocol and SiRF binary code  
4 colors LED to indicate the status of device  
Extra active antenna connecting port for getting better satellites signal  
FLASH based program memory. New software revisions upgradeable through  
serial interface。  
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Small, sleek, and lightweight design easily fits on your hand  
Enhanced algorithms -SnapLock and SnapStart provide superior navigation,  
performance in urban, canyon and foliage environments。  
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For Car navigation, Marine navigation, Fleet management, AVL, Personal  
navigation, Tracking System, and Mapping device application。  
3. SPECIFICATION  
3.1.  
Basic Specification  
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ChipsetSiRF Star IIe/LP chipset.  
Channels12 parallel satellite-tracking channels.  
Frequency1575.42 MHZ.  
ReceiverL1, C/A code.  
3.2.  
Acquisition Time (averaged)  
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Reacquisition0.1sec.  
Snap start< 3 seconds (at < 25 minutes off period)  
Cold start< 45 seconds.  
Warm start< 38 seconds .  
Hot start< 8 seconds  
Update rate1 second continuously  
3.3.  
Receiver Accuracy  
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Normal5-25 meters CEP without SA  
Enable EGNOS or WAAS:  
Position < 2.2 meters, horizontal 95% of time  
Position < 5 meters, Vertical 95% of time  
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Velocitywithin 0.1 meters / second  
Time1 microsecond synchronized GPS time  
3.4.  
Use Limitation  
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Altitude< 18,000 meters (60,000 feet)  
Velocity< 515 meters / second (700Knots)  
Acceleration4G  
Jerk20 meters / second, max  
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3.5.  
Power Supply  
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External Voltage: 5VDC +/- 10%  
Batteries:  
Main Power: Built-in rechargeable Lithium-ion for system power  
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Backup Power: Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery for memory & RTC backup  
Working voltage:  
Normal Mode: 80-90mA  
Power Saving Mode: 30mA  
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Working period (In Battery full power status):  
Continued Mode: 9 hours  
Power Saving Mode: 16 hours  
NOTEGBT-708 has built Li-battery inside, please avoid closing high temperature  
environment or sun shine directly for a long time.  
3.6.  
Output and Interface  
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Output  
I. Output protocol  
Baud Rate9600 bps  
Data bit8  
ParityNo  
Stop bit1  
II. Format -NMEA0183 V2.2:  
GPGGA (1time/1 sec), GPGSA (1 time/1 sec.), GPGSV (1time /5 sec.), GPRMC  
(1time /1 sec.), (GLL, VTG or SiRF binary format for optional).  
III.DatumWGS84  
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Input/ Output Interface  
I. Compatible Bluetooth Serial Port Profile (SPP), Version1.1 and class 2(up  
to 10 meter range).  
II. In/Out Port. GPS signal (Out)/Command(In) with CMOS/TTL Level。  
Mini USB Type B Connector and Cable option:  
GAC60R2 (RS232 data cable)  
GAC60U2 (USB data cable)  
GAC60UP2 (Mini USB port to PS2 port ).  
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External Antenna interface  
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3.0V input MCX type active antenna connector  
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3.8.  
Physical  
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Size72 × 55 × 21 mm。  
Weight< 75 g 。  
Operating Temperature-10  
to + 60  
to + 85  
Storage Temperature-20  
Operating humidity5% to 95% No condensing。  
Other Functions  
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Bluetooth frequency: 2.4 ~2.48GHZ  
Bluetooth Input Sensitivity: -80dbm  
Low sensitivity of receiving satellite signal-175dBW  
LED Functions:  
Bluetoothh status  
GPS status  
Battery Status  
Battery charging status  
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4. HARDWARE  
4.1. Dimension  
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4.2.  
Hardware Description  
LED of GPS  
(Orange)  
LED of Battery  
(Red / Green)  
LED of Bluetooth  
(Blue)  
External Antenna Port  
Power Switch  
Power Jack & Data Port  
4.3.  
LED status  
SYMBOL COLOR  
STATUS  
DESCRIPTION  
3 times / 1 sec Search Bluetooth Device  
Blue  
Red  
Blinking  
Light on  
1 time / 3 sec  
1 time / 1 sec  
Standby Mode  
Bluetooth  
Battery  
Transferring Data  
Power too low  
Green Light on  
In charging  
N/A  
Light off  
Light on  
Battery full or Not in charging  
Acquiring Satellites  
Position Fixed  
Orange  
Blinking  
GPS  
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4.4.  
4.5.  
Power Switch  
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1 : Power on  
0 : Power off  
Optional accessories, and connector description  
PC/Notebook  
PC/Notebook  
USB port  
RS232 port  
RS232 Cable  
(GAC60R2)  
USB Cable  
(GAC60U2)  
Mini USB  
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4.6.  
External Active Antenna connector  
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Connector type: MCX, 180°  
Active power voltage: 3.0V  
Length: 5 meter  
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4.7.  
Power Jack & Data Port  
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Jack type: Mating face of 5 pin Mini USB Type B female  
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Pin definition please see Table 1】  
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Table 1: Pin Definition  
Pin Pin Name  
Signal and description  
Signal ground, Battery charging ground.  
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GND  
VOUT Unregulated voltage out: 3.6 V max 100mA.  
Transmit Data.  
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4
TXD  
From organizer to peripheral.(Voltage Level is 3.3V ~ 5.0V).  
Receive Data.  
RXD  
Form peripheral to organizer.(Voltage level is 3.3V ~ 5.0V).  
Positive terminal of DC adaptor that powers the internal charging circuit  
VCHARG of Li-Ion battery. The approved power supply is 5.0V +/- 5%@1A.  
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5. SOFTWARE  
5.1. Software Installation  
Following steps is software installation to setup on you PDA. For some other PDA,  
steps may be a little different. ( Bluetooth Manger is one of popular program used for  
Bluetooth device)  
1. Click “Bluetooth Manager” on pocket pc.  
New  
Connect  
2. Search Bluetooth device “Altina GBT708”  
Select Explore a Bluetooth device  
Next  
3. Find Altina Bluetooth device  
Next  
Tap Altina GBT-708  
4. Connect to SPP Slave  
Select SPP slave  
Next  
Finish  
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5. Connect to SPP Slave  
Tap and Hold Altina GBT708: SPP slave  
Connect  
Finish Bluetooth setup (opposite arrow is displayed)  
6. WARRANTY  
A) Device: Altina warrants to the original end user (“Customer”) that new Altina branded  
products will be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use, for one  
year if you are a purchaser in North America, Central America, and South America; 2 years  
if you are a purchaser in a EU member state that has enacted into national law the EU  
Directive on Consumer Guarantees (99/44/EC) from the original purchase date. At the time  
of service, the owner will need to be able to provide evidence of date and place of purchase  
and serial number.  
B) Exclusions: This warranty excludes (1) physical damage to the surface of the product; (2)  
damage caused by misuse, neglect, improper installation or testing, unauthorized attempts  
to open, repair, or modify the product, or any other cause beyond the range of the intended  
use; (3) damage caused by accident, fire, power changes, other hazards, or acts of God; or  
(4) use of the product with any non-Altina device or service if such device or service caused  
the problem.  
Any third party products, including software, included with Altina products are not covered  
by this Altina warranty and Altina makes no representations or warranties on behalf of such  
third parties. Any warranty on such products is from the supplier or licensor of the product.  
C) Exclusive remedies: Should a covered defect occur during the warranty period and you  
notify Altina, your sole and exclusive remedy shall be, at Altina’s sole option and expense,  
to repair or replace the product. If Altina cannot reasonably repair nor replace then Altina  
may, in its sole discretion, refund the purchase price paid for the product. Replacement  
products or parts may be new or reconditioned or comparable versions of the defective  
item.  
D) Obtaining warranty service: Dated proof of original purchase will be required. Products  
or parts shipped by Customer to Altina must be sent postage-paid and packaged  
appropriately for safe shipment. Altina is not responsible for Customer products received  
without a warranty service authorization and may be rejected. Repaired or replacement  
products become the property of Altina.  
WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE: THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES ARE  
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EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OF IMPLIED,  
INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR  
PURPOSE, CORRESPONDENCE WITH DESCRIPTION, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT,  
ALL OF WHICH EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED.  
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: NEITHER ALTINA NOR ITS SUPPLIERS SHALL BE LIABLE  
FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES  
OF ANY KIND, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA, OR OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS  
ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCTS,  
WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) OR ANY OTHER  
THEORY, EVEN IF ALTINA HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH  
DAMAGES. ALTINA’S ENTIRE LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPLACEMENT,  
REPAIR, OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AT ALTINA’S OPTION.  
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7. HOW TO USE  
Mini USB power socket  
7.1.  
Charge Battery  
Please charge battery till LED off for the first time.  
Power cable plug in Power cable connect to power socket  
Charge Battery  
Battery indicator light:  
Power too low --------red LED  
Charging -------------- green LED  
Full or Not in charging -- LED off  
7.2.  
Turn on Power  
Bluetooth Status –  
Turn GBT-708 Power on  
Blue LED blinking  
(1time / 3sec  
, After 5 mins)  
No  
Searching  
Bluetooth device  
Yes  
Blue LED blinking  
(1time / 3sec)  
No  
No  
No  
Data  
is transferring?  
Yes  
Transferring…  
Blue LED blinking  
(1time / 1sec)  
Note:  
Stop data  
transferring?  
Some PDAs have to re-open  
Bluetooth  
Bluetooth  
manager  
for  
device  
Waiting for  
re-connection.  
Yes  
reconnection…  
Blue LED blinking  
(1time / 3sec)  
Yes  
Reconnect  
Bluetooth device?  
GPS Status ---  
Put GBT-708 in clear view of the sky without any obstruction for  
better satellite acquiring.  
Turn on Power of GBT-708  
Search GPS -------- steady orange LED on  
Position Fixed ------ orange LED blinking  
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8. TROUBLE SHOOTING  
Problems  
Reasons  
Methods  
Connect an external antenna, which locate as a  
open space to your GBT708 and then run  
GPSViewer Cold start function.  
Weak or no GPS signal can  
be received at the place of  
GBT-708  
No position output  
but timer is counting  
At outdoor space but GPS Go outdoor and run GPSViewer Cold start  
signal is blocked by building function to try again, or connect an external  
or car roof.  
antenna to improve the poor GPS signal.  
Power On/Off GBT-708.  
Execute fail  
Bluetooth function unstable Re-Start PDA or PC and reference sec 5.2  
re-install software  
Install GBT-708 incompletely  
Can not turn on the or operate the device is  
Install GBT-708 completely or stop other device  
COM port  
being used with same COM that is being used.  
port  
Can not find out  
GBT-708  
Re-Start PDA or PC and reference sec. 5.2  
re-install software.  
Poor connection  
No action for few minutes  
may cause Pocket PC entry  
power save mode. It will  
close the COM port at the  
same time.  
Close the application and execute it again to  
reopen the COM port.  
No Signal  
Weak or no GPS signal  
when using GBT-708 indoor  
Connect an external antenna to your GBT708.  
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