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iGPS-180 SPECIFICATIONS
 IntroductionGeneral
Features Applications
Specifications
Caution
Installation
& Operation Troubleshooting
Warranty
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Thank you for choosing Pharos, iGPS-CF, the smallest
12-channel "all-in-view" integrated Compact Flash GPS receiver
for Pocket PC. Please take some time to read through this manual to
get familiar with the operating features of the iGPS-CF. The iGPS-CF
consists of a high-performance GPS engine based on industry-leading
architecture --- SiRFstar II, and a low profile patch antenna. It
provides fast positioning and instant real-time navigation while consuming
only small amounts of power. The iGPS-CF delivers quality navigation
information to the Pocket PC at 4800-baud rate in NMEA protocol. Operating
it with GPS-enabled map software, you will arrive at your destination
comfortably and effortlessly.
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Works with electronic map software for:
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Performance | |
| Antenna: | Integrated patch antenna | |
| Frequency: | 1575.42MHz (L1), C/A code | |
| Sensitivity: | -140dBm (typical) | |
| Channels: | 12 simultaneously "all-in-view" tracking | |
| Operation modes: | 2D/3D automatic selection | |
| Acquisition time: | Cold start: 60sec | |
| Warm start: | 45 sec | |
| Hot start: | 8 sec | |
| Reacquisition: | 0.1 sec | |
| Position update: | 1Hz | |
| Accuracy: | 15m 2D-RMS, (95%) |
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Electrical | |
| Primary power: | 3.3 volts DC | |
| Current: | 200mA max |
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Interface | |
| Protocol: | NMEA-0183 | |
| Data rate: | 4800 bps | |
| NMEA message: | GGA, GLL, GSA, GSV, RMC, and VTG |
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Physical | |
| Dimension: | 57mm x 49mm x 21mm (2.2" x 1.9" x 0.8") | |
| Weight: | 68 gram w/o cable (2.4oz) |
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Environmental | |
| Temperature: | Operation: 0 to 60 degree C Storage: -20 to 70 degree C |
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| Humidity: | 10% to 90% (non- condensing) | |
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FOR YOUR SAFETY, DO NOT OPERATE THE iGPS-CF OR POCKET PC WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING! PLEASE PARK YOUR VEHICLE IN A SAFE PLACE FIRST WHENEVER YOU NEED TO OPERATE THE POCKET PC OR iGPS-CF.
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1. Plug the iGPS-CF into the Compact Flash slot of
your pocket PC. 2. With the car's engine running, plug the cigarette-lighter (optional accessory) adaptor into the cigarette lighter of your car. 3. Turn on the pocket PC and execute your GPS enabled map software. 4. Follow the instructions for your map software.
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To get an accurate initial position quickly, please find an open area so that the iGPS-CF can see as much sky as possible. The iGPS-CF has no power switch o reset button. To reset, simply disconnect the connector and plug it back in ten (10) seconds later or you can use the GPS JumpStart program available as a free download on the Pharos website. Normally, the iGPS-CF will find your position within 60 seconds.
In case a position is not fixed in 90 seconds, reset the iGPS-CF.
If the situation continues, please drive to an open area or move
the iGPS-CF to the outside of your vehicle and restart/reset the
iGPS-CF.
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The iGPS-CF is warranted by Pharos to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of one year from the date of purchase. During the warranty period, and upon proof of purchase, the product will be repaired or replaced (with the same or a similar model) at Pharos¡¦ option without charge for parts or labor. This warranty will not apply if the product has been misused, abused, or altered. To obtain warranty service you must take or send the product, postage paid, with a copy of your sales receipt or other proof of purchase and the date of purchase to Pharos at 411 Amapola Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501, USA.
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iGPS-180 | |
| FCC: | TESTED TO COMPLY WITH FCC STANDARDS | |
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MAXIMUM RATING 3.3V, 200mA |