GPS Receiver USB Adapter for Computers (Netbook, Laptop, UMPC). Transform your laptop into a GPS navigator!

This GPS Receiver USB Adapter for Computers is a compact, accurate GPS receiver with low power consumption that plugs into your computer's USB port. This receiver is suitable for all the applications of a traditional GPS receiver including planning your trip before you head out or finding your location while you are camping. All you need is:

1. The GPS USB dongle; 
2. A computer;
3. GPS navigation software**;
4. A destination.

 After installing the receiver and the necessary software, you can find your location right on your laptop. The GPS receiver takes its power from the PC it is attached to, so there are no extra wires or cables to tie you down.

Based on SiRF Star III chipset technology, the GPS receiver provides accurate GPS positioning within 1 to 5 meters. To ensure up-to-the-second accuracy, the receiver tracks up to 20 satellites at a time, re-acquires satellite signals in about 100 milliseconds and updates position data every second.

Data output by this GPS receiver include:

1. Latitude/longitude/altitude;
2. Velocity; 
3. Date/time; and
4. Satellite and receiver status.

 An internal rechargeable Lithium-ion battery sustains the internal clock and memory and is recharged during normal operation. Its compact design is ideal for applications with space limitations.

At a Glance...

• GPS receiver USB dongle for laptop PCs
• Accurate within up 1 to 5 meters
• Low power consumption
• Quick reacquisition of satellites

**This GPS receiver is compatible with all major brands of GPS computer software. This model does not come with any GPS map software.

Manufacturer Specifications

• Primary Function: GPS receiver USB dongle
• Tracks up to 20 satellites.
• Receiver: L1, C/A code
• Max update rate: 1 HZ
• Acquisition time
  Reacquisition: 0.1 sec average
  
  
  Hot start: 1 sec.
  
  
  Warm start: 38 sec.
  
  
  Cold start: 42 sec.
• Position Accuracy 
  • Position: 5-25 meter CEP without SA
  • Velocity: 0.1 meters/second, without SA
  • Time: 1 microsecond synchronized GPS time 
  • Position: 1 to 5 meters
  • Velocity: 0.05 meters/second
  • < 2.2 meters, horizontal 95% of time
  • < 5 meters vertical 95% of time
• Position
  • Non DGPS (Differential GPS)
  • DGPS (Differential GPS)
  • EGNOS/WAAS/Beacon

• Dynamic Conditions:
  Altitude: 18,000 meters (60,000 feet ) max
  
  
  Velocity 515 meters (700 knots) / second max
  
  
  Acceleration: 4 G, max
  
  
  Jerk: 20 meters/second, max
• Antenna Type: Built in Patch Antenna
• Minimum signal tracked: -159dBm
• Dimensions: 74 x 25 x 14 mm
• Operating temperature: -40 to +80
• Storage temperature: -45 to +100
• Operating humidity: 5% to 95% No condensing.
• Power consumption: < 80mA at 4.5- 5.5V input
• Protocol and interface
  • Baud rate: 4800 bps
  • Data bit: 8
  • Parity: N 
  • Stop bit: 1
  • NMEA output protocol: V.2.2 Interface: USB port
• Color: Blue

• **This model is compatible with most brands of GPS software - however hardware specific software such as Garmin may not run on this unit. We provide the GPS-enabled hardware only, not the software. We provide no warranty or customer support regarding GPS software. We cannot provide downloads / links / advice regarding GPS software. Any software installation you undertake should be performed or supervised by a professional.

Package Contents

• GPS Receiver USB Adapter
• CD (English user guide; drivers for Mac, Linux, and Windows operating systems; GPS testing software)
• USB cable
• Display/storage box

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I just plug this USB dongle into my laptop and start using GPS right away?
  In addition to this USB dongle, you will also need to install GPS navigation software (not included with this GPS receiver) on your computer. Once your computer has GPS software, then you are ready to plug in this GPS receiver and start driving.