Globalsat Technology Computer Drive ND 100 User Manual

ND-100 USB GPS Dongle  
User’s Guide  
Globalsat Technology Corporation  
USGlobalSat, Inc.  
16F., No. 186, Jian-Yi Road, Chung-Ho City, Taipei  
Hsien 235, Taiwan  
Tel: 886-2-8226-3799/ Fax: 886-2-8226-3899  
1308 John Reed Court, City of Industry, CA 91745  
Tel: 626-968-4145 / Fax: 626-968-4373  
Specifications subject to change without notice  
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Table of Contents  
PACKAGE CONTENTS.........................................................................................................................4  
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS..................................................................................................................4  
WELCOME.............................................................................................................................................4  
1. GETTING STARTED ........................................................................................................................5  
2. INSTALLING THE USB DRIVER FOR WINDOWS LAPTOP ........................................................5  
3. COM PORT VERIFICATION (Windows) .........................................................................................6  
4. INITIALIZING YOUR GPS RECEIVER............................................................................................7  
5. USING / TESTING YOUR GPS RECEIVER (Windows).................................................................7  
6. UNINSTALLING THE USB DRIVER (Windows).............................................................................8  
7. FAQ’s.................................................................................................................................................8  
8. CONTACT INFORMATION..............................................................................................................9  
9. SAFETY AND LEGAL NOTICES...................................................................................................10  
10. LIMITED WARRANTY..................................................................................................................10  
11. ND-100 SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................................................12  
12. FCC NOTICE ................................................................................................................................13  
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PACKAGE CONTENTS  
USB Cable  
ND-100 Main Unit  
CD-ROM (User Guide, Driver, etc)  
Quick Start Guide  
Note:  
If any item is found to be damaged or missing, please contact your local retailer for assistance.  
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS  
The ND-100 requires the minimum to run on a laptop:  
Operating System: Windows 2000 / XP / Vista  
CPU: 500 MHz, Pentium III  
System Memory (RAM): 128MB RAM  
Hard Disk: 50MB free space  
Display: 1024x768, "16-bit High Color" screen  
WELCOME  
Thank you for your purchase of the GlobalSat ND-100 USB Dongle GPS Receiver. The ND-100 is a  
compact and portable device, which allows you to carry a GPS receiver for use on your laptop  
whenever you travel. The ND-100 requires no battery or cables, only your favorite NMEA compliant  
navigation software is all that’s needed to turn a laptop into a powerful navigation system.  
Works with Windows, Mac and Linux O/S notebooks and laptops. If you need navigation software, you  
can check-out www.usglobalsat.com under the Navigation Software section for recommendations.  
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1. GETTING STARTED  
There are only a few simple steps that you need to follow before using your ND-100:  
Install the USB driver onto your laptop using the included CD-ROM (the files can also be  
downloaded directly from www.usglobalsat.com).  
Plug the GPS receiver into your laptop’s USB port.  
NOTE: From within your mapping or navigation software (including the supplied GPS Information utility),  
you will need to manually configure the COM port that was assigned to the ND-100 GPS receiver so  
that proper communication between the GPS receiver and a mapping program can occur. Most  
software requires that you manually configure the COM port setting for any GPS device being used.  
IMPORTANT:  
1. You must change the default rate setting of your mapping software‘s Baud Rate to 38400, if this is  
not set then the GPS data cannot be received.  
2. Set Baud Rate 38400, Data Bit: 8, Parity: None, Stop Bit: 1, Flow Control: None  
2. INSTALLING THE USB DRIVER FOR WINDOWS LAPTOP  
1. Place the product CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.  
2. Auto-run should detect the CD and bring up the following screen below.  
3. Click on the button titled “Install Driver” from the main screen as shown above.  
4. Should “Auto-Run” be disabled on your PC, use Windows Explorer or File Manager to locate the  
file titled “PL2303_XP2KME98Driver_Setup.exe” and “PL2303_VistaDriver_Setup.exe” in the  
\WIN\USB Driver\ directory of the CD-ROM and click to launch the install process.  
5. You should see these two files:  
6. If you are using Windows Vista, please double click on “PL-2303 Vista Driver Installer.exe” to begin  
installation. Follow the instructions to complete the installation process. If you are using Windows  
XP or 2000, double click on “PL-2303 Driver Installer.exe” to begin installation. Follow the  
instruction to complete the installation process.  
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3. COM PORT VERIFICATION (Windows)  
1. Once your USB Driver has been installed, you will need to confirm which COM Port your PC  
has assigned to it in order to properly configure any software that will be utilizing the GPS data  
being received.  
2. Your USB GPS MUST be plugged into your USB port at this time.  
3. Using Window’s Control Panel, select System > Hardware > Device Manager  
4. Then look under the heading of: PORTS (Com & LPT)  
5. There should be a listing for: Prolific Serial-to-USB Com Port (COM x)  
(where “x” is the number your PC has assigned the USB GPS receiver).  
6. Once you have identified the COM port number, any software that you utilize must be  
configured to read GPS data from this COM port.  
We strongly suggest that you first test your USB GPS with the included MiniCDU utility program to  
confirm that the GPS receiver is functioning properly on your PC and that you have successfully  
configured the right COM Port setting. Once this has been done, close the MiniCDU program and  
start your application for COM port configuration.  
NOTE: By default, your PC will not allow you to run multiple applications from a single COM port. It  
is important that you close any previously opened GPS application before switching to another  
GPS application as the GPS receiver and data will not be found by the new program.  
There are special utilities available to split data into multiple COM ports for use by more than one  
application simultaneously. See: http://franson.com/gpsgate/  
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4. INITIALIZING YOUR GPS RECEIVER  
Before using your ND-100 receiver for navigation (especially for the first time), the receiver must obtain  
a local GPS fix (coordinates) of the current position. To do this, take your laptop (with your USB driver  
and the mapping software loaded and configurable) to an open area that has a clear view to the sky  
(such as a park or empty field). Start your software (or the included MiniCDU utility program) and wait  
for initialization of the GPS to complete. This may take a few minutes depending on various factors  
such as the distance of the current coordinates from the last time the GPS receiver was activated, GPS  
signal strength and surrounding terrain (tall trees and buildings can block the satellite signals). Once the  
RAW GPS data is displayed onto the screen, if applicable for your software, a fix has been initialized  
(blue LED on the GPS will also start to flash). In some cases initialization can take up to several  
minutes depending on the conditions mentioned above before complete GPS data will be displayed on  
the screen.  
Coordinates with scrolling zeros mean that the port connection is complete but the satellite data is not  
being received yet (possibly still initializing or in a bad area for satellite reception).  
5. USING / TESTING YOUR GPS RECEIVER (Windows)  
Once the USB GPS receiver’s driver and your personal mapping software have been installed and  
configured properly, you can begin to use your navigation system by plugging the USB GPS into your  
laptop’s USB port and launching your mapping software. If you don’t have a mapping, or navigation  
software, we’ve included a GPS test utility called “MiniCDU” for the purpose of confirming your  
installation and configuration. This utility can be installed by clicking the MiniCDU.exe file from the Win  
directory on the CD-ROM or downloaded from our web-site www.usglobalsat.com.  
LED Status indicator on the ND-100  
LED OFF: GPS receiver is off (no power).  
LED ON (solid): No fix, searching for GPS signals.  
LED FLASHING: Position fix established and GPS signals are being received.  
Always select an area in the vehicle where the GPS unit will be secure and not obstruct normal driving,  
visibility and safety, but still maintaining a “view to the sky” in order to receive satellite data.  
It is recommended that you first load and test your GPS receiver with the MiniCDU.exe. This process  
will confirm you have found correct COM port number and have configured it properly.  
1. Run MiniCDU.exe to load the utility.  
2. Enter the proper COM port for your GPS device (see COM Port Verification above)  
3. Set COM port to Baud rate: 38400  
4. If no errors have been made in configuration, there should be GPS data being displayed in the  
window, which is confirmation that the communication between the GPS device and the “MiniCDU”  
software is working properly.  
5. If there is no GPS data displayed (or data with multiple zeros in them), please exit the software and  
unplug the GPS receiver from the USB port and reinsert it after 10 seconds to reset the device.  
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NOTE: Configuration (or selection) of an assigned COM port for the GPS device from within your  
mapping or charting software must be completed whenever using the software for the first time.  
6. UNINSTALLING THE USB DRIVER (Windows)  
To uninstall the ND-100 driver, click the Windows START button >>PROGRAMS>>PL-2303 USB-  
Serial Driver and select UNINSTALLER from the menu.  
7. FAQ’s  
I am not getting GPS data into my application.  
1. Check your DEVICE MANAGER to confirm the COM Port number assigned to the GPS  
Receiver (it will be listed under the PORTS (COM & LPT) heading as Prolific Serial-to-USB  
Comm. Then be sure this is the same COM port number configured in your application.  
2. Be sure your Baud rate is configured correctly at:  
Baud Rate: 38400  
Data bit: 8  
Parity: None  
Stop Bit: 1  
Flow Control: None  
3. Re-boot your computer and then insert the USB GPS into a USB port.  
4. Configure the MiniCDU utility with the correct COM Port and test your GPS receiver first  
before using it in your application.  
Will the ND-100 work with Street Map, Marine Chart or Aviation software?  
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Globalsat USB GPS receivers provide standard NMEA data for mapping software to use and convert  
to coordinates. Data from the ND-100 should work well with most any NMEA compliant software on  
the market today.  
How accurate is the GPS?  
The ND-100 is WAAS/EGNOS capable. Units sold in North America through authorized resellers are  
WAAS/EGNOS enabled unless otherwise stated. Accuracy can be up 2.2 Meters CEP without DGPS  
What is ideal GPS environment?  
The GPS requires an open, clear view of the sky. Buildings, covered parking areas, tunnels and dense  
foliage can cause the GPS receiver to be unable to get a location fix.  
If you are parked in a covered parking lot or near a tall building, it is recommended that you drive away  
until you have a clear view of the sky before using the ND-100. You may need to give the GPS a few  
minutes to find or get a fix its location.  
How do I know if the GPS is ON?  
Your USB GPS must be plugged into your laptop’s USB port to get power. If your PC is on and the  
COM port was configured properly, the GPS receiver is on and receiving the streaming GPS data. This  
can be verified by opening your mapping software program. In addition, the Globalsat USB GPS has a  
built-in LED status indicator that shows the following:  
LED OFF: GPS receiver is off (no power).  
LED ON (solid): No fix, searching for GPS signals.  
LED FLASHING: Position fix established and GPS signals are being received.  
Why does the GPS not work near buildings and other tall objects?  
The GPS uses satellites in the space to find out where it is. Therefore it needs a clear view of the sky.  
Tall buildings and other objects that block the receiver’s view to the sky make it infeasible to determine  
your location. Sometimes the satellites are not overhead but near the horizon. In these cases the GPS  
must have a clear view of the horizon.  
8. CONTACT INFORMATION  
Globalsat Technology Corporation (Taiwan)  
[email protected] (pre-sales GPS product questions only)  
USGlobalsat, Inc.  
[email protected] (pre-sales GPS product questions only)  
Technical Support (North America)  
See our DOWNLOADS and FAQ section on our web-site for GPS driver updates.  
Pre-registration is required before receiving any type of technical support and using our online “Support  
Ticket” from USGlobalsat’s web-site will expedite in getting your issues handles in a secure and prompt  
manner. If products were purchased from a dealer other that USGlobalSat, please create your account  
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9. SAFETY AND LEGAL NOTICES  
Please read this section carefully before using the GPS receiver  
Globalsat Technology Corporation / USGlobalsat, Inc. will not accept any responsibility  
whatsoever for accidents resulting from failure to observe common sense precautions. Your  
personal judgment, traffic regulations, and common sense must always take precedence over  
any directions produced by GPS receiver or the mapping software  
WARNING: Make sure that the GPS receiver is secure and does not interfere with driving  
visibility and safety.  
It is your responsibility as the vehicle operator to securely place the GPS unit and antenna so that they  
will not interfere with driving and prevent operations of any safety device (such as the Airbag) in your  
vehicle. Do not mount the devices in a place where the driver or passengers may receive injury during  
vehicle operation or collision. For your safety, take care to route all cables away from shifters, pedals,  
accessory controls and mechanisms.  
WARNING: Drive safely and use common sense.  
It is your responsibility as the vehicle operator to drive safely, observe all traffic rules and above all use  
your own personal judgment while driving. If you feel that a route suggested by the navigation software  
instructs you to perform an unsafe or illegal maneuver, places you in an unsafe situation, or routes you  
into an area which you consider unsafe, do not follow the instructions.  
WARNING: Keep your eyes on the road.  
It is your responsibility as the vehicle operator to keep your eyes on the road and be an alert driver at all  
times, especially when the vehicle is moving. The vehicle’s operator should not be distracted by the  
navigation equipment or software. Should there be a distraction with the ability to drive responsibly,  
please turn off the device. Should you want to look at the display for a prolonged time, park the car  
safely, while following all traffic regulations before looking at the display.  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or  
moisture. Do not remove covers or open housings, there are no user serviceable parts inside.  
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.  
10. LIMITED WARRANTY  
Globalsat/USGlobalsat warrants product hardware against manufacturing defects in material and  
workmanship under normal use for a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase (unless  
the product states otherwise), and only when purchased from a recognized “authorized dealer”.  
Products purchased from any unauthorized source, such as unauthorized e-Bay resellers, will not  
qualify for free warranty service/support and may require the end-user to pre-pay fees associated with,  
but not limited to the support, repair, replacement and shipping of the product to and from the service  
center.  
Except as provided herein, Globalsat/USGlobalsat makes no express warranties’, including but not  
limited to any warranties of merchantability or fitness for particular use, or non-infringement. You  
acknowledge that your use of the product or service is at your sole risk and you agree that the  
information provided are without warranty of any kind by Globalsat/USGlobalsat.  
Under no circumstances, including negligence, will Globalsat/USGlobalsat or any of its affiliates,  
directors, officers or employees, or any third party be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special or  
consequential damages that results from your use, or your inability to use, or the performance of the  
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product(s) with respect to any liability, loss, or arising out of any breach of this warranty, including, but  
not limited to any damages resulting from inconvenience, loss of time, data, property, revenue, or profit  
or any indirect, special incidental or consequential damages. You acknowledge that this limitation  
applies to all content information or other services available from Globalsat/USGlobalsat, and whether  
or not Globalsat/USGlobalsat has notice of the possibility of such damages, and whether or not to  
circumstances giving rise to such damages may have been within the control of Globalsat/USGlobalsat.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties, so some of the above exclusions may not  
apply to you. In those states, liability is limited to the fullest extent allowed by law By using the  
product(s), you agree to indemnify Globalsat/USGlobalsat and its parents, subsidiaries, affiliates,  
officers and employees and hold them harmless from any and all claims and expenses, including  
reasonable attorney’s fees, asserted third party due to, or arising out of your use of the service and the  
site.  
In the event of a product defect during the first 30-days of the warranty period, return product and the  
sales receipt as proof of purchase date to place of original purchase. Defect discovered after 30-days  
from date of purchase, you must contact Globalsat/USGlobalsat’s Technical support for a Return  
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number for return to manufacturer.  
Globalsat/USGlobalsat will, at its option, unless otherwise provided by law:  
a.) Correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor;  
b.) Replace the product with one of the same or similar design; or  
Refund the purchase price. All replaced parts and products, and products on which a refund is made,  
become the property of Globalsat/USGlobalsat. New or reconditioned parts may be used in the  
performance of warranty service. Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the  
remainder of the original warranty period. You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product  
made after the expiration of the warranty period.  
This warranty does not cover:  
a.) Damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse, accident, misuse, improper  
or abnormal usage, failure to follow the instructions, improper installation or maintenance,  
alteration, lighting or other incidence of excess voltage or current;  
b.) Any repairs other than those provided by Globalsat/USGlobalsat;  
c.) Consumables such as fuses or batteries;  
d.) Cosmetic damage;  
e.) Transportation, shipping or insurance costs;  
f.) Costs of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which may vary from  
state to state.  
Additional products bundled in this package not manufactured by Globalsat/USGlobalsat will hold  
separate warranties as expressed by the individual manufacturer of that product(s). Product  
specifications, functions and features are subject to change without notice.  
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11. ND-100 SPECIFICATIONS  
GPS Characteristics  
GPS Chipset  
Frequency  
High sensitivity single chip solution  
L1, 1575.42 MHz  
C/A Code  
C/A Code  
Channels  
Sensitivity  
48 channel all-in-view tracking  
Tracking:-161dBm  
GPS Antenna Type  
Built-in ceramic patch antenna (18 x 18 x 4mm)  
Accuracy  
Position Horizontal  
Velocity  
2.2Meters CEP without DGPS  
Velocity:0.1 m/s  
1ms RMS  
Time  
WAAS  
Enabled  
Datum  
Acquisition Rate  
Datum  
Default: WGS-84  
Hot start  
Warm start  
Cold start  
1.5 sec., average  
32 sec., average  
34 sec., average  
< 1 sec. average  
Reacquisition  
Protocol  
NMEA 0183 v3  
GPS Protocol  
GGA(1sec), GSA(1sec), GSV(5sec), RMC(1sec), GLL,VTG is  
optional  
38400  
USB 2.0  
GPS Transfer Rate  
USB Protocol  
Operating Systems  
Windows  
98 / 2000 / XP / Vista  
OSX 8&9 / 10.x  
Mac  
Linux  
RedHat 7.3 / 8.0 / 9.0  
Dynamic Condition  
Acceleration Limit  
Altitude Limit  
Less than 4g  
18,000 meters (60,000 feet) max.  
515 meters/sec. (1,000 knots) max.  
Velocity Limit  
Temperature  
Operating  
Storage  
Humidity  
-4°~140°F (-20°~60°C)  
-22°~ 158°F (-30°~70°C)  
Up to 95% non-condensing  
Power  
Voltage  
Current  
DC 5.0V, USB bus power  
< 55 mA  
Physical Characteristics  
Dimension  
Unit Weight  
2.6”L x 0.9”W x 0.4”H (65.5L x 23W x 11H mm)  
0.04 lbs (20g)  
Certifications  
FCC  
CE  
USA (Covers requirements for CANADA ICES-003)  
Europe  
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12. FCC NOTICE  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,  
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection  
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can  
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may  
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference  
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is  
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is  
connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for  
compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference  
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
IMPORTANT NOTE:  
Radiation Exposure Statement:  
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.  
End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To  
maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation  
instruction as documented in this manual.  
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or  
transmitter.  
The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country dependent  
and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware setting is  
not accessible by the end user.  
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