Holux GM-270 User manual

CF GPS Receiver
Jul 05, 2002
User’s Guide
GM-270

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 3
1.1 Overview …………………………………………………………………………………….. 3
1.2 Features …………………………………………………………………………………….. 3
2. Brief Information ……………………………………………………………….………………… 5
2.1 Hardware Interface …………………………………………………………………………… 5
2.2 Software Interface …………………………………………………………………………… 6
3. Functional Test ………………………………………………………………………….…… 9
4. Trouble Shooting …………………………………………………………………………….… 12
5. Specifications ………………………………………………………………………………………. 13
6. Warranty ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 14

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1. Introduction
1.1 Overview
1.2 Features
The GM-270 provides a host of features that make it easy for integration and use.
 12 parallel satellite-tracking channels for fast acquisition and reacquisition。
 High speed signal acquisition using 1920 time/frequency search channels.
 Built-in hardware Tracking Loop Processor WAAS/EGNOS Demodulator
 Low power consumption with Star II / LP chipset
 Built-in rechargeable battery for memory and RTC backup and for fast Time to First
Fix(TTFF)。
 Support NMEA0183 v2.2 data protocol and SiRF binary code。
 Trickle Power Enabled for Power Saving
 Enhanced algorithms -SnapLock and SnapStart provide superior navigation performance
in urban, canyon and foliage environments。
 Support CF card type I connector suitable PDA, Hand Held PC or PC device.。

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LED
2. Brief Information
2.1 Hardware Interface
2.1.1 GM-270 Dimension
91 (L) x 50 (W) x 20 (H) mm
2.1.2 Hardware Interface
External Antenna
Connector

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A. Link to PDA
B. Link to NoteBook

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2.1.3 LED & External Antenna
◆LED
LED OFF GM-270 CF GPS Receiver Switch Off.
LED ON GM-270 CF GPS Receiver Signal Searching.
LED Flashing GM-270 CF GPS Receiver Signal Position Fixed.
◆External Antenna Connector (MCX)…..Optional
As using GM-270 CF GPS Receiver in a RV car, truck or bus, it might receive poor
signals through limited view to the sky. Replace the foldable antenna with the active one to
get better satellite signals. Windshields with heavy tinted or likewise may interfere with
signal receiving. An active antenna then becomes essential.
2.2 Software Interface
The GPS-270 interface protocol is based on the National Marine Electronics Association's NMEA 0183 ASCII
interface specification, which is defined in NMEA 0183, Version 2.2 and the Radio Technical Commission for Maritime
Services (RTCM Recommended Standards For Differential Navstar GPS Service, Version 2.1, RTCM Special Committee
No.104).
2.2.1 NMEA Transmitted Messages
The GPS-270PS supported by SiRF Technology Inc. also outputs data in NMEA-0183 format as defined by the
National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA), Standard.
The default communication parameters for NMEA output are 4800 baud, 8 data bits, stop bit, and no parity.
Table 2-1 NMEA-0183 Output Messages
NMEA Record Description
GGA Global positioning system fixed data
GSA GNSS DOP and active satellites
GSV GNSS satellites in view
RMC Recommended minimum specific GNSS data
•2.2.1.1 Global Positioning System Fix Data (GGA)
Table 2-2 contains the values for the following example:
$GPGGA,161229.487,3723.2475,N,12158.3416,W,1,07,1.0,9.0,M, , , ,0000*18
Table 2-2 GGA Data Format
Name Example Units Description
Message ID $GPGGA GGA protocol header
UTC Time 161229.487 hhmmss.sss
Latitude 3723.2475 ddmm.mmmm
N/S Indicator N N=north or S=south
Longitude 12158.3416 dddmm.mmmm
E/W Indicator W E=east or W=west
Position Fix Indicator 1 See Table 2-3
Satellites Used 07 Range 0 to 12
HDOP 1.0 Horizontal Dilution of Precision
MSL Altitude 9.0 Meters
Units M Meters
Geoid Separation Meters

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Units M Meters
Age of Diff. Corr. second Null fields when DGPS is not used
Diff. Ref. Station ID 0000
Checksum *18
<CR> <LF> End of message termination
Table 2-3 Position Fix Indicator
Value Description
0 0 Fix not available or invalid
1 GPS SPS Mode, fix valid
2 Differential GPS, SPS Mode, fix valid
3 GPS PPS Mode, fix valid
2.2.1.2 GNSS DOP and Active Satellites (GSA)
Table 2-4 contains the values for the following example:
$GPGSA,A,3,07,02,26,27,09,04,15, , , , , ,1.8,1.0,1.5*33
Table 2-4 GSA Data Format
Name Example Units Description
Message ID $GPGSA GSA protocol header
Mode 1 A See Table 2-5
Mode 2 3 See Table 2-6
Satellite Used 07 Sv on Channel 1
Satellite Used 02 Sv on Channel 2
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Satellite Used Sv on Channel 12
PDOP 1.8 Position Dilution of Precision
HDOP 1.0 Horizontal Dilution of Precision
VDOP 1.5 Vertical Dilution of Precision
Checksum *33
<CR> <LF> End of message termination
1. Satellite used in solution.
Table 2-5 Mode 1
Value Description
M Manual—forced to operate in 2D or 3D mode
A2DAutomatic—allowed to automatically switch 2D/3D
Table 2-6 Mode 2
Value Description
1 Fix Not Available
2 2D
3 3D
2.2.1.3 GNSS Satellites in View (GSV)
Table 2-7 contains the values for the following example:
$GPGSV,2,1,07,07,79,048,42,02,51,062,43,26,36,256,42,27,27,138,42*71
$GPGSV,2,2,07,09,23,313,42,04,19,159,41,15,12,041,42*41
Table 2-7 GSV Data Format

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Name Example Units Description
Message ID $GPGSV GSV protocol header
Number of Messages 2 Range 1 to 3
Message Number 1 Range 1 to 3
Satellites in View 07
Satellite ID 07 Channel 1 (Range 1 to 32)
Elevation 79 degrees Channel 1 (Maximum 90)
Azimuth 048 degrees Channel 1 (True, Range 0 to 359)
SNR (C/No) 42 dBHz Range 0 to 99, null when not tracking
.... ....
Satellite ID 27 Channel 4 (Range 1 to 32)
Elevation 27 degrees Channel 4 (Maximum 90)
Azimuth 138 degrees Channel 4 (True, Range 0 to 359)
SNR (C/No) 42 dBHz Range 0 to 99, null when not tracking
Checksum *71
<CR> <LF> End of message termination
NOTE: Items <4>,<5>,<6> and <7> repeat for each satellite in view to a maximum of four (4) satellites per sentence.
Additional satellites in view information must be sent in subsequent sentences. These fields will be null if unused.
2.2.1.4 Recommended Minimum Specific GNSS Data (RMC)
Table 2-8 contains the values for the following example:
$GPRMC,161229.487,A,3723.2475,N,12158.3416,W,0.13,309.62,120598, ,*10
Table 2-8 RMC Data Format
Name Example Units Description
Message ID $GPRMC RMC protocol header
UTC Time 161229.487 hhmmss.sss
Status A A=data valid or V=data not valid
Latitude 3723.2475 ddmm.mmmm
N/S Indicator N N=north or S=south
Longitude 12158.3416 dddmm.mmmm
E/W Indicator W E=east or W=west
Speed Over Ground 0.13 knots
Course Over Ground 309.62 degrees True
Date 120598 ddmmyy
Magnetic Variation1 degrees E=east or W=west
Checksum *10
<CR> <LF> End of message termination
1.SiRF Technology Inc. does not support magnetic declination. All “course over ground” data are geodetic
WGS84 directions.
2.2.2 RTCM Received Data
The default communication parameters for DGPS Input are 9600 baud, 8 data bits, stop bit, and no parity. Position
accuracy of less than 5 meters can be achieved with the GPS-270 by using Differential GPS (DGPS) real-time
pseudo-range correction data in RTCM SC-104 format, with message types 1,2, or 9. As using DGPS receiver with
different communication parameters, GPS-270 may decode the data correctly to generate accurate messages and save them
in battery-back SRAM for later computing.

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3. Functional Test
◆Install Guide：
1. Install GPSViewer.exe from PC to your PDA(Microsoft Pocket PC OS or alike).
(1) Install Microsoft ActiveSync to your PC, refer to your Pocket PC manual for installation
procedure.
(2) Setup your Pocket PC cradle to Desktop PC UART port. The Microsoft ActiveSync will detect
your Pocket PC automatically.
(3) Double Click the GpsViewer.exe on your PC, then GpsViewer.exe program will install
automatically.

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2. Push “Start”→”programs” bottom→“ GPS Viewer”
3. Push “Scan” bottom to scan your Com Port. Select your Com Port (COM 1〜COM 10)，
then push “Open GPS” bottom.