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HOLUX M-1000C Bluetooth GPS Logger User’s Manual
Bluetooth GPS Logger
M-1000C
User’s Guide
April 2009
Rev. 1.1
Technology, nc.
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HOLUX M-1000C Bluetooth GPS Logger User’s Manual

HOLUX M-1000C Bluetooth GPS Logger User’s Manual
able of Contents
ABLE OF CON EN S ..................................................................................................1
1. OVERVIEW ..............................................................................................................2
2. PACKING LIS ........................................................................................................3
3. MAIN FEA URES ....................................................................................................4
4. ECHNICAL SPECIFICA ION ................................................................................5
4.1. B ASIC S PECIFICA ION ..........................................................................................5
4.2. A CQUISI ION IME ( REFER O M K CHIP SPECIFICA ION ) .......................................5
4.3. R ECEIVER A CCURACY ..........................................................................................5
4.4. U SE L IMI A ION ...................................................................................................5
4.5. P OWER S UPPLY ...................................................................................................5
4.6. O U PU AND I N ERFACE ......................................................................................6
4.7. P HYSICAL ...........................................................................................................6
4.8. O HER F UNC IONS ..............................................................................................6
5. GE ING S AR ED................................................................................................7
5.1. H ARDWARE D ESCRIP ION ....................................................................................8
5.2. M-1000C L OGGER RACK L OGGING AND M ODE S E ING ....................................11
5.3. I NS ALLA ION OF M INI GPS V IEWER PROGRAM ...................................................14
5.4. E XECU E HE M INI GPS V IEWER PROGRAM ........................................................15
6. OP IONAL CABLE ACCESSORY ........................................................................17
7. DRIVER INS ALLA ION .......................................................................................17
7.1 S YS EM R EQUIREMEN ......................................................................................17
7.2 I NS ALLA ION ....................................................................................................17
7.3 I MPOR AN .......................................................................................................17
8. WARRAN Y...........................................................................................................18
9. ROUBLESHOO ING ...........................................................................................19
FEDERAL COMMUNICA IONS COMMISSION (FCC) S A EMEN ..........................20

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1. Overview
(Fig.1)
The HOLUX M-1000C Wireless GPS Logger allows users to store of up to 100,000
GPS coordinates of latitude, longitude, time, and elevation. The data can be analyzed by
uploading to a computer through its USB/Bluetooth connection. Once the coordinates
and the digital images are integrated, the tracking history and the location the images
were taken can be shared through ezTour or Google Earth.
The HOLUX M-1000C Bluetooth GPS Logger (Fig. 1) is a total solution GPS
Logger with Bluetooth, USB interface and built-in rechargeable battery for high sensitivity
to tracking signal. M-1000C design is based on Media Tek nc.(MTK) GPS
solution-MT3329 low power Architecture.
M-1000C is a dual-function GPS Logger. Not only transmit satellite information
through the PDA or Notebook by Bluetooth interfaces but also is a G-Mouse GPS Logger
through a HOLUX designed data cable (Optional cable, see chapter 6 ) to deliver
satellite signal to the device without Bluetooth interface.
M-1000C meets the requirement of field application, such as car navigation,
mapping, agriculture surveying and security use under clear view of sky. M-1000C
contacts to other device through Bluetooth interface, and built-in rechargeable Li-ion
battery to save satellite information such as the status of satellite signal, the previous
available location, date and time.

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With the advanced technology, M-1000C can search up to 66 satellites
simultaneously, re-acquires satellite signals in 0.1 microsecond and updates position
data per second.
2. Packing List
Thank you for purchasing the M-1000C Bluetooth GPS Logger. Before you start,
make sure that the following items are included in your package. f any of these items are
missing, please contact your original local HOLUX dealer or distributor.
 M-1000C Bluetooth GPS Logger 1 Set
 Battery 1 Set
 Mini USB Cable 1 Set
 User guide and Driver CD 1 Pcs
 M-1000C Quick Guide 1 Pcs
 Warranty card 1 Pcs
Option
 Travel Power Supply 1 Set

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3. Main features
1). Built in MTK MT3329 Low power consumption GPS chipset.
2). 66 parallel satellite-search channels for fast acquisition and reacquisition.
3). Superior sensitivity up to -165 dBm.
4). Built-in WAAS/EGNOS Demodulator without any additional hardware.
5). Compatible with Bluetooth Serial Port Profile (SPP) completely.
6). Low power consumption. Built-in rechargeable and changeable Lithium-ion
battery, the working time can last 28 hours maximum.
7). Provide expand terminal contact to other system without Bluetooth device.
8). Support NMEA0183 V 3.01 data protocol
9). 3 color-LEDs indicate to show the status of device.
10). FLASH based program memory. New software revisions upgradeable through
serial interface.
11). Small, sleek, and lightweight design easily fits in your hand.
12). Over-Temperature protection
13). Enhanced algorithms -SnapLock and SnapStart provide superior navigation,
performance in urban, canyon and foliage environments.
14). For Car navigation, Marine navigation, Fleet management, AVL, Personal
navigation, Tracking System, and Mapping device application.

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4. echnical Specification
4.1. Basic Specification
 Chipset: MTK MT3329 chipset .
 Channels: 66 parallel satellite-search channels.
 Frequency: 1575.42 MHz
 Receiver: L1, C/A code.
 Built-in 2Mbit flash memory capable of recording 100,000 points of GPS data
4.2. Acquisition ime (refer to M K chip specification)
 Reacquisition: 0.1 second
 Cold start: < 36 seconds
 Warm start:< 33 seconds
 Hot start: < 1 second
4.3. Receiver Accuracy
 Normal: < 3 meters CEP without SA
 Enable EGNOS or WAAS:
Position: < 2.2 meters, horizontal 95% of time
< 5 meters, Vertical 95% of time
 Velocity: within 0.1 meters / second
 Time: 0.1 microsecond synchronized GPS time
4.4. Use Limitation
 Altitude: < 18,000 meters (60,000 feet)
 Velocity: < 515 meters/ second (1000Knots)
 Acceleration: 4 G
 Jerk: 20 meters / second
3
, max
4.5. Power Supply
 External Voltage: 5V DC +/-5%
 Batteries:
Main Power: Built-in rechargeable Lithium-ion for system power.
 Working voltage: 30~40mA (Normal mode).
25mA (Power Saving).
 Auto Power Saving mode.
 Circuit protection on M-1000C when over-temperature condition 50°C occurs.

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4.6. Output and Interface
 Output
. Output protocol
Baud Rate: 38400 bps
Data bit: 8
Parity: No
Stop bit: 1
. Format. NMEA0183 V3.01: GPGGA (1time/1 sec), GPGSA (1 time/5 sec.),
GPGSV (1time /5 sec.), GPRMC (1time /1 sec.), GPVTG (1 time/1 sec), (GLL,
or MTK NMEA Command for optional).
. Datum: WGS84.
 Input/ Output Interface:
. Compatible Bluetooth Serial Port Profile (SPP), Version1.2 and class 2(up to
10 meter range).
. n/Out Port. GPS signal (Out)/Command( n) with USB Level Mini USB Type
B Connector
4.7. Physical
 Size : 62.5 × 41 × 17.1 mm
 Weight : < 53 g
 Operating Temperature : -10°C to + 60°C (under the un-charging condition);
Charging Temperature : 0°C to + 45°C
 Storage Temperature : -20°C to + 60°C
 Operating humidity : 5% to 95% No condensing
4.8. Other Functions
 Bluetooth frequency: 2.4 ~2.48GHz
 Bluetooth nput Sensitivity: -85dBm
 Low sensitivity of receiving satellite signal : -165 dBm
 LED Functions: ndicate Bluetooth status, GPS status, Battery Status and
Battery charging status

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5. Getting Started
S EP 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 on
Charging -------------- Green LED on
Full or Not in charging -- LED off
S EP 2. urn on the power
Bluetooth Status –
Note:
Some PDAs have to re-
open
Bluetooth manager for
Bluetooth device
re-connection.
GPS Status ---
Put M-1000C in clear view of the sky without any obstruction
for better satellite acquiring.
↓ ↓
Search GPS -- Power Off --
↓
Position Fixed --
Power
switch
Turn on M-1000C power Turn off
M-1000C power
Steady orange
LED on
Orange
LED blinking
Orange
LED off
Turn on M-1000C power
Blue LED blinking
(1time / 1sec)
Transferring…
Blue LED blinking
(1time / 3 sec)
Waiting for
reconnection…
Blue LED blinking
(1time / 1sec)
No
Searching
Bluetooth device
Stop data
transferring?
Data
is transferring?
Reconnect
Bluetooth device?
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Mini USB socket

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5.1. Hardware Description
15). M-1000C Body description see Fig. 2:
(Fig.2)
LED of Battery (Red / Green)
Bluetooth LED (Blue)
LED of GPS (Orange)
Power switch

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16). LED status:
SYMBOL COLOR STATUS DESCR PT ON
1 time / 1 sec Search Bluetooth Device
1 time / 1 sec Standby Mode
Bluetooth
Blue Blinking
1 time / 3 sec Transferring Data
Red Light on Power too low
Green Light on n charging
Battery N/A Light off Battery full or Not in charging
Light on Acquiring Satellites
GPS
Orange Blinking 1 time / 1 sec
Position Fixed
17). Power Switch:
a. Power on, Orange light is on.
b. Power off, Orange light is off.
18). Power Jack & Data Port, see Fig.3
Jack type: Mating face of 5 pin Mini USB Type B female.
Pin definition see table 1.
(Fig.3)
Table 1
Pin Pin Name Signal and description
1 GND Signal ground, Battery charging ground.
2 NC
3 D_Plus
Transmit Data. From organizer to peripheral.(Voltage Level
is 3.3V ~ 5.0V).
4 D_Minus Receive Data. Form periphera
l to organizer.(Voltage level
is 3.3V ~ 5.0V).
5 VCHARG
Positive terminal of DC adaptor that powers the internal
charging circuit of Li- on battery. The approved
power
supply is 5.0V +/- 5%@800mA.
5
1

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19). Optional accessories, and connector description, see Fig. 4
(Fig.4)
Mini USB
PC/ Notebook
USB port
USB to Mini
USB Cable

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5.2. M-1000C Logger rack Logging and Mode Setting
5.2.1 Data Logging
1. When the power is turned on, the device will automatically search for satellite
positioning (orange LED on), and then logging will begin. When the power is switched
off, the logging will stop. When the power is turned on again, it will once again
conduct satellite positioning and start logging.
5.2.2 GPS Data Logging Mode Setting
1. nstall ezTour onto a PC or notebook (see ezTour instructions manual for installation)
2. When the application runs, the following main screen can be seen:

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3. From the Menu bar select [Setup GPS Logger] to bring up the settings window
4. Make sure that the M-1000C is connected to a PC or notebook, and select [reconnect]
or [manual settings]
5. The logger can be set to record by a set time or set distance. The conditions for
recording can be set the following ways:
(1) Select car, bicycle, exercising, or walking mode.
(2) Manually set the time or distance.

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6. When the logger’s data storage is full, there are two modes to choose from:
(1) Rewrite: When the data is full, data will begin to be rewritten, overwriting the data
from the beginning.
(2) Terminate: When the data is full, the logger will cease to record any further data.
7. Press [Confirm] to start logging according to the new setting.
5.2.3 Data Read
When the logger M-1000C is connected to a PC or notebook through USB or Bluetooth,
the data can be extracted through ezTour. Please see ezTour instruction manual for
details.

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5.3. Installation of Mini GPS Viewer program
The product includes the application Mini GPS viewer for easy viewing and testing
or GPS status. The following is the steps of software installation to setup on PDA,
DELL AX M x51v with Bluetooth Manager. For other PDA or laptop device, the steps
might vary.
1. In Pocket PC setting

system panel,
enable “manage GPS automatically”.
Note: he setting may vary in other
PocketPC or Smartphone , please check
the manual or consult the technical
service respectively.
2. ap the Bluetooth icon to start
“Bluetooth Manager” on PocketPC to
enable Bluetooth function.
3. In “Devices” panel , tap “New
partnership” to search Bluetooth devices
nearby. If the result is not found, tap
“Refresh” to research again.
4. Choose the Bluetooth device
“HOLUX_M-1000C” and tap “Next”
→

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5. Connect to “Serial port” or “SPP Slave”,
then tap “Finish”
6. Go to the “COM ports” panel to tap “New
Outgoing Port”, choose
“HOLUX_M-1000C” device and tap
“Next”.
7. Select the COM port, then tap finish, it
will show as right figure, and tap “OK” to
finish the Bluetooth setting. Recommend
not to use “Secure Connection” which
may cause unstable connection.
8. hen you can enable your navigation
map program to enjoy GPS function now.
5.4. Execute the Mini GPS Viewer program
1) The following window is shown after executing Mini GPS Viewer_PPC,( see Fig.
5). The Windows 2000/XP version is just different on display.
(Fig. 5)
→

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2) Setup the Baud rate: 38400, then tap “Scan” button to scan your COM Port.
Select your COM Port respectively, then tap “Open GPS” button. Check log
screen below if the satellite data is receiving correctly.
(Fig. 6)
3) Select “GPS Status” panel to observe the GPS information status, see Fig. 7.
(Fig. 7)
4) n “setup” panel you can see “Hot Start”、“Warm Start”、“Cold Start”、which allow
you to re-acquisition of Ephemeris and Almanac. Basically the satellites are
always moving in the sky, if Ephemeris and Almanac data in GPS Logger can’t
meet real satellites status upon you if GPS Logger is over 0.5 hour power off but
you are no longer in the previous position , it takes more time for the GPS
Logger to get GPS position fix soon. We suggest you can click “Cold Start” or
“Warm start” to re-acquisition. Or you can remove the battery for 3 seconds and
reinsert it, this operation is the same with “Cold Start”.

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6. Optional cable accessory
Option cable accessory is provided to meet customers’ need, see table 1. With
the data cable connected, it can transmit data with PDA, NoteBook easily as the
G-mouse role.
Table 1
tem Description Note
USB Cable USB to Mini-USB data cable
7. Driver Installation
The following is the steps of installation USB driver
7.1 System Requirement
CPU: BM, Pentium or above, or other compatible PC.
Memory: above 32 MB
System: Windows 2000/XP
7.2 Installation
. Starts the driver installer from driver CD.
. Connect USB data cable to computer. System will search new hardware and
install the driver automatically
. Connect M-1000C GPS Logger with USB data cable.
7.3 Important
Verify the COM port to start using your own navigation software.
. Click <Start> menu, select → <Setting>, then enter→ <Controller>
. After entering <Controller>, and select <System>.
. Select <Device Manager>.
V. Find the < Connector (COM & LPT)> and check the Virtual COM Port, which
was created by the USB driver.
Please note that the virtual COM port number might be different from every
computer. Before using navigation software, please confirm the COM Port numbers
created by your computer and provided by your navigation software. Otherwise, the
navigating software won’t receive the satellite signal, because of the un-match
COM Port setting.

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8. Warranty
The M-1000C is warranted to be free from defects in material and functions for a
period of one year from the date of purchase. Any failure of this product within this period
under normal conditions will be replaced at no charge to the customers.
˙M-1000C has built Li-battery inside, please avoid closing to high temperature
environment or sun shine directly for a long time.