HOLUX M-1000 Bluetooth GPS Receiver User’s Manual 

Bluetooth GPS Receiver 
M-1000 


User’s Guide 


March 2007 


Holux Technology, Inc. 

1F, No. 30, R&D Rd. II, HsinChu City 300, Science-based Industrial Park, Taiwan 
TEL: 03-6687000 FAX: 03-6687111 
Website: www.holux.com


All Rights Reserved 




Table of Contents


1. OVERVIEW 


2. PACKING LIST 


3. MAIN FEATURES 


4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS


4.1. BASIC SPECIFICATION 


4.2. ACQUISITION TIME 


4.3. RECEIVER 


4.4. USE LIMITATION 


4.5. POWER 


4.6. OUTPUT AND INTERFACE 


4.7. PHYSICAL 


4.8. OTHER FUNCTIONS 


5. GETTING STARTED


5.1 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION


5.2 CHARGING THE BATTERY


5.3 TURN THE POWER ON


5.4 LED STATUS SUMMARY


5.5 POWER JACK & DATA PORT DETAILS

6. WARRANTY 


7. TROUBLESHOOTING 


Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement

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1. Overview 

  
The HOLUX M-1000 Bluetooth GPS Receiver is a total solution GPS receiver with Bluetooth, UART interface and built-in rechargeable battery for high sensitivity to tracking signal. M-1000 design is based on Media Tek Inc.(MTK) GPS solution-MT3318 low power Architecture. 

M-1000 is a dual-function GPS receiver. Not only transmit satellite information through the PDA or Notebook by Bluetooth interfaces but also is a G-Mouse GPS receiver through a HOLUX designed data cable (Optional cable, see chapter 6 ) to deliver satellite signal to the device without Bluetooth interface. 

M-1000 meets the requirement of field application, such as car navigation, mapping, agriculture surveying and security use under clear view of sky. M-1000 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. 

With the advanced technology, M-1000 can track up to 32 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-1000 Bluetooth GPS Receiver. Before you start, make sure that the following items are included in your package. If any of these items are missing, please contact your original local HOLUX dealer or distributor. 

* M-1000 Bluetooth GPS receiver 
* Battery
* Car Cigarette adapter
* User guide and Driver CD
* M-1000 Quick Guide 
* Warranty card


Optional

* Travel power supply

* HOLUX USB data cable


3. Main features 

* Built in MTK MT3318 Low power consumption GPS chipset. 
* 32 parallel satellite-tracking channels for fast acquisition and reacquisition. 
* Superior sensitivity up to -159 dBm. 
* Built-in WAAS/EGNOS Demodulator without any additional hardware. 
* Compatible with Bluetooth Serial Port Profile (SPP) completely. 
* Low power consumption. Built-in rechargeable and changeable Lithium-ion battery, the working time can last 23 hours maximum. 
* Provide expand terminal contact to other system without Bluetooth device. 
* Support NMEA0183 V 3.01 data protocol 
* 3 color-LEDs indicate to show the status of device. 
* FLASH based program memory. New software revisions upgradeable through serial interface. 
* Small, sleek, and lightweight design easily fits in your hand. 
.. Over-Temperature protection 
* Enhanced algorithms -SnapLock and SnapStart provide superior navigation, performance in urban, canyon and foliage environments. 
* For Car navigation, Marine navigation, Fleet management, AVL, Personal navigation, Tracking System, and Mapping device application. 

4.Technical Specifications 

4.1. Basic Specification 

Chipset:MTK MT3318 chipset. 

Channels: 32 parallel satellite-tracking channels. 

Frequency: 1575.42 MHz 

Receiver: L1, C/A code. 


4.2. Acquisition Time (refer to MTK 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 / second3, max 


4.5. Power Supply 

External Voltage: 5V DC +/-5% 

Batteries: 
Main Power: Built-in rechargeable Lithium-ion for system power. 

Working voltage: 40~50mA (Normal mode). 
35mA (Power Saving). 

Auto Power Saving mode. 

Circuit protection on M-1000 when over-temperature condition 50 degrees Celsius occurs. 

4.6. Output and Interface 

I. Output protocol 
Baud Rate: 38400 bps 
Data bit: 8 
Parity: No 
Stop bit: 1 

II. 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). 


III. Datum: WGS84. 


Input/ Output Interface: 

I. Compatible Bluetooth Serial Port Profile (SPP), Version1.2 and class 2(up 
to 10 meter range). 

II. In/Out Port. GPS signal (Out)/Command(In) with CMOS Level - Mini USB Type B Connector and Cable option: 
(a) GR230-A2 (USB data cable) 


4.7. Physical 
Size: 65 × 43 × 17.6 mm 
Weight: < 53 g 
Operating Temperature:-10 degrees Celsius to + 60 degrees Celsius (under the un-charging condition); 

Charging Temperature: 0 degrees Celsius to + 45 degrees Celsius

Storage Temperature:-20 degrees Celsius to + 60 degrees Celsius

Operating humidity: 5% to 95% No condensing 


4.8. Other Functions 

Bluetooth frequency: 2.4 ~2.48GHz 

Bluetooth Input Sensitivity: -85dBm 

Low sensitivity of receiving satellite signal : -159 dBm 

LED Functions: Indicate Bluetooth status, GPS status, Battery Status and Battery charging status 



5. Getting Started 


5.1 Hardware Description:

Layout of Holux M-1000:  Orient the receiver so that the power switch is along the left side and Mini USB socket is along bottom edge.  Battery compartment is on the bottom.  Three LEDs are on the top face of reciever in a U shape, from left to right - LED 1: GPS Status - Orange light, LED 2: Bluetooth Status - Blue light, LED 3: Battery Status - Red or Green light.  

5.2 Charging the Battery 

To charge the battery, plug the power cable into the Mini USB socket.  The first time you charge the battery of the M-1000, be sure you fully charge it.  When the battery is fully charged, the Battery status LED will turn off.


The Battery Status LED can be red, green or off.  If it is red, that indicates the battery is low.  If it is green, that indicates the battery is charging.  If it is off, that indicates that either the battery charge is full or not charging. 

5.3 Turn the power on.   

When you have the receiver oriented so that the power switch is on the left and the Mini USB socket is on the bottom, you push the switch up to turn on and down to turn off.

When you turn on the M-1000, both the Bluetooth and the GPS Status LEDs will light up.

The Bluetooth Status LED will indicate that the receiver is Searching for a Bluetooth device. While it is connecting  to the Bluetooth device or in Standby mode, the Bluetooth LED (blue light) will blink once per second.  While it transferring data and connected, the Blue LED will blink once per 3 seconds.


The GPS Status LED will indicate whether or not the receiver is tracking satellites.  If the GPS Status LED (orange light) is blinking, that indicates that the receiver is tracking satellites and has a position fix.  If the GPS Status LED is steadily on, that indicates that the receiver is searching for satellites.


5.4 LED status Summary: 

Using the layout from above, where the LEDs are in a U shape, from left to right - LED 1: GPS Status - Orange light, LED 2: Bluetooth Status - Blue light, LED 3: Battery Status - Red or Green light.

1. GPS LED (orange light):  
Blinking = Position fix.
Solid = Acquiring Satellites.

2. Bluetooth LED (blue light):
Blinking once per second = Searching for Bluetooth devices or Standby mode.
Blinking once per 3 seconds = Transferring data and connected.

3. Battery LED (red, green, or N/A light):
Red light on = battery needs charging.
Green light on = battery is charging.
No light on = battery is full or not charging.


5.5 Power Jack & Data Port details:
 
Jack type: Mating face of 5 pin Mini USB Type B female. 

Table 1 : Pin Definitions


Table layout: 
Pin #, Pin Name,  Signal and description 
Pin 1, GND, Signal ground, Battery charging ground. 
Pin 2, NC, none
Pin 3, TXD, Transmit Data. From organizer to peripheral.(Voltage Level 
is 3.3V ~ 5.0V). 
Pin 4, RXD, Receive Data. Form peripheral to organizer.(Voltage level 
is 3.3V ~ 5.0V). 
Pin 5, VCHARG, Positive terminal of DC adaptor that powers the internal 
charging circuit of Li-Ion battery. The approved power supply is 5.0V +/- 5%@800mA. 


6. Warranty 


The M-1000 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-1000 has built Li-battery inside, please avoid closing to high temperature 
environment or sun shine directly for a long time. 



7. Troubleshooting 


1. No GPS output but GPS timer is counting.
 
Reason 1: Weak or no GPS signal at the 
place of M-1000 

Solution 1:  Test under open sky at a fix location.

Reason 2: The ephemeris and almanac data 
in GPS memory is no longer valid 
after no use for a long time. 

Solution 2: Remove the Battery for 3 seconds and re-insert, then power on to test again. 


2. Execute fail 

Reason: Bluetooth function unstable.

Solution: Power On/Off M-1000. 
Re-Start PDA or PC. 

3. Can not find M-1000 

Reason: Poor Bluetooth connection.

Solution: Re-Start PDA or PC. 

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement 

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio 
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the 
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures: 

-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 

-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 

-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that 
to which the receiver is connected. 

-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. 

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device 
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. 

