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Navi-xs User’s Guide 

Version 1.01 

0 INTRODUCTION 

0.1 General about NAVI-XS 

The NAVI-XS is a new GPS receiver, integrated with Bluetooth™ technology. The 

NAVI-XS based on a 0.13 micron CMOS process of the SiRFstarIIx – GSC2x – 

architecture is a single-box solution with 12 parallel channel receiver, which offers 
SiRFstarII class performance. With its integral housing, compact design, ultra-low 

power consumption, easy-to-carry and easy-to-use, it offers outstanding quality, 

performance and features. It is also an excellent navigational and positioning 
device, which allows you to receive GPS data wirelessly on any Bluetooth-enabled 

device such as smart phones, PDAs and portable computers. Ease-of-use is ensured 

with just two touch-buttons and three LEDs. Three LED lights on top indicating 
Bluetooth connection, GPS status and battery state-of-charge. The NAVI-XS is a 

powerful device that provides accurate positioning and, in combination with 
mapping software, it will locate your position with ease and accuracy anywhere in 

the world. NAVI-XS enables extremely fast and deep GPS signal search capabilities; 

achieving time-to-first-fix in only seconds by acquiring signals down to –159 dBm; 
resulting a significant improvement on the GPS performance.  
The FALCOM NAVI-XS in communication with your installed GPS Mapping software 

on the Bluetooth™-enabled device points you the way comfortably and reliably 
from the current location A to your desired destination B. In this way you also stay for 

longer distances always on the optimal course and arrive your destination point 

comfortable and ease. The embedded high-sensitivity internal GPS and Bluetooth™ 
antennas allow you to navigate freely without the hassle of messy wire connections. 

Powered by just 2 AAA rechargeable (included) and replaceable NiMH batteries, 

NAVI-XS offers up to ca. 7 hours of continuous use without extra power. 
In regards to the size, NAVI-XS belongs to the group of the smallest (66 x 46 x 20 mm) 

Bluetooth GPS receivers currently available on the market. Coming up with its highly 

compact, slim, effective and lightweight design, it enables you to efficiently carry 
out typical positioning applications, such as: 

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Navigation and positioning,  

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Finding streets and routes,  

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Travel planning, and others 

 

 

This confidential document is a property of FALCOM GmbH and may not be copied or circulated without previous permission. 

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Summary of Contents for NAVI-XS

Page 1: ...This document is available at HTTP WWW FALCOM DE FALCOM NAVI XS Bluetooth GPS Receiver User s guide Version 1 01 08 09 2006...

Page 2: ...2 4 2 1 7 DC Power 12 4 2 1 8 Bluetooth Serial Port 12 4 2 1 9 Physical 12 4 2 1 10 Software 12 4 2 1 11 Bluetooth Technical data 13 4 2 1 12 TCXO Specification 13 4 2 1 13 Temperature range 13 4 3 In...

Page 3: ...dil Beqiri Initial release 05 12 2005 1 01 Fadil Beqiri NiMH 800 mA h batteries replaced by NiMH 1000 mA h batteries Updated LED behaviour see Table 4 on page 15 08 09 2006 This confidential document...

Page 4: ...ernet address http www falcom de Trademarks Some mentioned products are registered trademarks of their respective companies Copyright This user s guide is copyrighted by FALCOM Wireless Communications...

Page 5: ...pabilities achieving time to first fix in only seconds by acquiring signals down to 159 dBm resulting a significant improvement on the GPS performance The FALCOM NAVI XS in communication with your ins...

Page 6: ...gy NiMH 1000 mA h batteries 2 x 1 2V Removable and rechargeable NiMH 1000 mA h batteries NAVI XS SET FALCOM NAVI XS 1 GPS receiver integrated with Bluetooth technology NiMH 1000 mA h batteries 2 x 1 2...

Page 7: ...and adapter connector for NAVI XS POWER SET A Wall charger with American outlet plug Cigarette Lighter Adapter Output voltage 5 V DC 5 MAX 450 mA MIN 150 mA Cable extension and adapter connector for N...

Page 8: ...Thoughtless handling can damage the NAVI XS 1 4 Driving and safety Do not place the device on the parts which will obstruct the sight of the driver Do not place the device on the parts which block any...

Page 9: ...ontacts Do not allow the batteries to get wet Do not disassemble or modify the batteries Immediately discontinue use of the batteries if while using charging or storing the batteries the batteries emi...

Page 10: ...data stored in SRAM is kept due to RTC keeps running from the connected NiMH batteries and these data may still be valid from the previous operation In order to calculate quickly its current location...

Page 11: ...t message list please refer to the SiRFstarII message set specification available in section support downloads documentation SiRF on Falcom s Website www falcom de Option Description GGA Time position...

Page 12: ...tasks of GPS autonomously The on chip SRAM size is 1 Mbit memory that is used for instructions The internal XTrac 2 0 2 software stored in the 8 Mbit FLASH completes the package providing flexible sy...

Page 13: ...ity of 1000 mA h inside the unit Operating time Default operating time is minimum 6 7 hours after full charged 4 2 1 8 Bluetooth Serial Port Connection Communicate with Host Platform via Bluetooth Cla...

Page 14: ...O 0 5 ppm 4 2 1 13 Temperature range Temperature limits Charging temperature 0 45 Operation Discharging temperature 0 60 C Transportation 20 to 70 C 1 month 20 60 3 month 20 45 Storage 1 year 20 25 C...

Page 15: ...hes Towards the end of discharge the middle LED flashes red green while other LEDs are turned off Furthermore the device generates beep tones untill it is connected to the charger 4 3 2 LED behaviour...

Page 16: ...the 3 5 mm power jack allows you to connect either a car adapter cable KA NAVI XS PS or a power charger PS 003 to a DC electrical outlet Both accessories are available upon request refer to the chapte...

Page 17: ...he aforementioned battery chargers or otherwise insure that the batteries charging conditions specified by Falcom are met Do not attach the NAVI XS to a power supply plug or directly to a car s cigare...

Page 18: ...ver cap In order to recharge the batteries use one of the aforementioned adapters After the batteries are fully charged place your Falcom NAVI XS in such a location where it is facing toward the sky e...

Page 19: ...is turned off please turn it on Once the Bluetooth receiver is turned on the left LED blue will flash NAVI XS is ready for a Bluetooth connection Thereafter activate the Bluetooth on your PC Open the...

Page 20: ...e PC screen On the next pop up that appears select Explore My Bluetooth Places item Double click on the marked icon to find the Bluetooth devices in the Bluetooth neighbourhood After a few seconds a l...

Page 21: ...The passcode is a fixed passcode assigned to the NAVI XS by the manufacturer Enter 1111 when the system will prompt you to enter the passcode After the passcode is entered the devices will validate on...

Page 22: ...ptop After the Bluetooth connection is established please download the SiRFdemo software which is free available on Falcom s Website www falcom de Support downloads Software SiRF SiRFDemo software V3...

Page 23: ...atically detect the selected COM port and starts evaluating iii The output messages can be displayed in the Development Data screen For a description of NMEA messages please download from Falcom s Web...

Page 24: ...below the user can see the updated data of longitude latitude altitude date time etc For more detailed information about the using of SiRFdemo software please download the SiRFdemo pdf manual which is...

Page 25: ...iPAQ 38xx Bluetooth device Check the Blue Manager s icon on the right bottom screen If the icon is grey i e the Bluetooth is turned off In order to turn the Bluetooth on tab on the Bluetooth icon on r...

Page 26: ...w right After search is completed a list of found Bluetooth devices will appear on your screen Check the FALCOM NAVI XS found below left and tap Save Then tab OK on the following below right screen 6...

Page 27: ...Inbound Com Port COM7 in screenshot below right As far as the Secure Connection for NAVI XS is concerned please refer to the chapter 5 1 click here If the option Passkey is required is selected see fi...

Page 28: ...l port with following settings up to 115200 bps 8 Data Bits NONE parity 1 Stop Bit Depending on the device you use for Bluetooth connectivity you may or may not need to modify the COM port setting If...

Page 29: ...but unable to establish a connection between the NAVI XS and my Pocked PC How can I perform a connection A Go to the Bluetooth Manager All devices on your Pocked PC Tap Actions menu and then Remove th...

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