USB GPS Receiver with Magnetic Base for your computer. Instantly transform your laptop or netbook into a GPS navigator.

This USB GPS Receiver for Computers is a compact, accurate GPS receiver with low power consumption that works directly from your computer's USB port and does not require user initialization or external power. All you need to do is plug it into the USB port of your laptop or netbook and install the GPS navigation software of your choice and you're good to go! This USB GPS receiver performs even better than car-dedicated GPS units or handhelds as the magnetic base of the antenna allows it to be securely positioned wherever you find the best view of the sky (and hence best reception) or even placed on the outside of the vehicle.

This USB GPS receiver incorporates the latest SiRF Star III GPS chipset and a built-in patch antenna so you receive a high degree of GPS accuracy and performance even at low signal levels. Data output by this GPS receiver include latitude, longitude, altitude, velocity, satellite and receiver status and 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.

At a Glance...
Turns your laptop, notebook, or netbook into a portable GPS navigator
Log your GPS coordinates, speed, and altitude
View your paths on Google Maps or Google Earth
Uses SiRF Star III chipset to provide high accuracy and reliability
Magnetic base


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


Manufacturer Specifications

Primary Function: USB GPS receiver
GPS Chipset: SiRF Star III
Satellite Tracking: 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
Non DGPS (Differential GPS):
Position: 5-25 meter CEP without SA
Velocity: 0.1 meters/second, without SA
Time: 1 microsecond synchronized GPS time
EGNOS/WAAS:
Position:
< 2.2m, horizontal: 95% of the time
< 5m, vertical: 95% of the time
Dynamic Conditions:
Altitude: 18,000 meters (60,000 feet) max
Velocity: 515 meters/second (700 knots) max
Acceleration: 4 G, max
Antenna Type: Built in Patch Antenna
Minimum signal tracked: -159dBm
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
NMEA output protocol: 0183 V3.0
Baud rate: 4800 bps
Data bit: 8
Parity: N
Stop bit: 1
Interface: USB port
Supported Operating Systems: Mac, Windows 98SE / ME / 2000 / XP (32 & 64 bit) / Vista (32 & 64 bit) / Windows 7 (32 & 64 bit). NOTE: For Windows 7, please use RC build 7100 or above.
Cord length(ONLY):145cm
Manufacturer Ref: YHNCAHNT0Z63


Product Notes

Low power consumption GPS device
Utilized in a variety of applications that require a magnetic mounting
Support NMEA 0183 v3.0 data protocol
An internal rechargeable Lithium-ion battery sustains the internal clock and memory and is recharged during normal operation
Fast acquisition and reacquisition times
Plug and Play function
Great design, highly popular resale item


Package Contents

CVGI-G217 USB GPS Receiver
CD with Software Drivers and Manual