Navman GPS for Compaq iPAQ PCs and PC Mapper Product Description

Precision Course Management is proud to offer the new “Navman” GPS receiver for use with a Compaq iPAQ and PC Mapper.  The Navman GPS is an integrated solution that turns a Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC into a compact golf course mapping system. Navman provides all of the items needed, including the GPS receiver sleeve for the iPAQ, vehicle power adapter and a basic suction cup mounting bracket.  The GPS can be mounted on a flat surface using the supplied flexible mounting-bracket and single levered suction cup.  The Navman GPS also includes a CompactFlash (CF) memory card slot to provide additional memory capability to the iPAQ.

Navman’s 12-channel GPS receiver connects up to 12 satellites to calculate position, direction and speed.

The Navman GPS receiver is designed to work with PC Mapper. Users will need to have version 8.0 of PC Mapper or higher.  Additionally, the receiver requires the Windows CE ROM version 1.77 or higher (this will be included with PC Mapper starting in late October, 2001).

Antenna

Receiver Frequency:                    1575.42 MHz (L1 band), C/A code, SPS (Standard Positioning System)

Antenna Type:                               Helix Antenna – Ensures excellent satellite pickup at every angle.

GPS Receiver

GPS Receiver Technology:           SiRF Star2e chip set

Satellite Measure Used:               12-channel parallel automatic selection

Operating Temperature:                0°C to 70°C

Storage Temperature:                   -10°C to 85°C

Supply Voltage Range:                    Supplied via host

Current Consumption

The iPAQ can supply a maximum of 300mA (when available) to iPAQ expansion pack devices.

GPS                                              32mA average (300ms/1700ms Tickle power mode with 2 second update rate).  Initial acquisition 150mA.

Compact Flash                            75mA maximum average as per CF specification revision 1.4

Time to First Fix (TTFF)

Hot Start                                         *    8 seconds typical

                                                       *    Valid ephemeris, unit off greater than 30 minutes but less than 2 hours

Warm Start                                     *     38 seconds typical

                                                       *    Valid Almanac, last fix-position within 100 miles off current position and time known within ± 30 minutes UTC

Cold Start                                       *     45 seconds typical

                                                       *     Invalid position, time, ephemeris and Almanac

Re-acquisition time                         *     100 milliseconds (ms) typical, but only reported at selected update rate

                                                      *     Unit off for less than 3 minutes                                                     

Accuracy of Position Fix

Horizontal:                                     2 meters CEP (WAAS Fix), 5 meters typical (95% probable)

Vertical:                                         1.5 times horizontal

Durability

Shock/Vibration:                            The Navman GPS has been designed to withstand a fall from 1 meter onto a concrete surface.  This complies with the DOD MIL-STD-810F Method 516.5 Procedures IV and VI.

Output Data

Update rate:                                  Initial, every second.  Typically every 2 seconds once fix established.

Output message:                          NMEA 0183 Ver. 2.01, GPGGA, GPGSA, GPRMC, and GPGSV.

PDA                                               Connection between the iPAQ and Navman GPS is made via the Compaq iPAQ’s 100-way Universal connector.

Power                                            Power for the Navman GPS is provided at 3.3Vdc from the iPAQ’s internal 950mAh Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery.

Long term use and charging of the internal battery can be provided by connecting to:

• A 12 Volt vehicle power adapter or
• The iPAQ power adapter

Type:                           Navman’s GPS jacket for iPAQ enclosure

Color:                          Color-matched to the iPAQ

The Navman GPS for iPAQ will comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules, CE and Ctick.

Twelve (12) months from date of invoice.  Standard Manufacturers Warranty against defective parts and labor.