GPS Receiver question...

aznguy · 10-10-2005, 08:57 PM

I picked up the IGuiddance 2.1.1 software recently for use with laptop, but I've yet to come to a conclusion on which GPS receiver I want to use with it.

I'm leaning towards the BU-355, but I can't find any good places to purchase it, any reccomendations?

Also, I was wondering if any of the USB GPS Receivers that come with the MS Streets and Tips or Delorme Earthmate GPS kits can be used in conjunction with Iguidance and if so, how well do they function together? Strong signal?

Thanks for any help you guys can offer!

Chris

neon_eddy · 10-10-2005, 10:37 PM

I use the one with S&T .. I think it's a great GPS reciever, the best thing you cand o to get better reception is to mount externally, I use various plastic covers and silcone sealer to secure it all.. works great!

but almsot all gps devices feed a NMEA signal .. and that's standard for most software

Jcarere · 10-10-2005, 11:03 PM

I purchased a BU-353 of of ebay for very cheap. Same as the bu-355 except mine is usb. Anyway check that out and see if you can get a deal.

albysure · 10-11-2005, 09:28 PM

neon eddy...got a pic of that case you're using. i think i need to go outside with my receiver. doesn't seem to work on the dash like it used to

mike-e-mon · 10-11-2005, 10:16 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by albysure

neon eddy...got a pic of that case you're using. i think i need to go outside with my receiver. doesn't seem to work on the dash like it used to

I've got the M$ GPS that comes with S&T. Check out this thread, the Plastic-Dip is under $8.00.

http://www.mp3car.com/vbulletin/show...ht=tool+rubber

After the first dip dried for 30 mins I added magnets to the base. After 2 hours I added a second coat. I've used it in the New England rain for four days and it still works great.

Mike

albysure · 10-12-2005, 12:20 AM

finally!! got my answer to this can't wait to try it out. so if you use a magnet to mount it it won't cause any interference?

mike-e-mon · 10-12-2005, 02:39 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by albysure

finally!! got my answer to this can't wait to try it out. so if you use a magnet to mount it it won't cause any interference?

The magnets have not caused me any problems. Alot of GPS receivers already have a magnet in the base, that's were I got my idea.

Mike

albysure · 10-24-2005, 08:08 PM

funny thing..since the interior is being sanded now i havent had the opportunity to play with the gps lately. i went online and got that update file and installed it. well now it works...everywhere, on my deck, on the ground and on my dash board! so i guess im not going to have this problem anymore. i get a ton of satellites too. thanks for all your help guys on this

semovodka · 10-25-2005, 01:16 AM

aznguy:

You will be happy with the BU353(USB) or the BU355. I purchased mine for 60 bucks shipped on ebay. Very very strong signal.

dj__a · 11-01-2005, 06:41 PM

Pros and cons for serial and USB GPS - BU353 or the BU355? I'm going to buy one and they have both for the same price. Which one should I choose and why? I have the EPIA SP1300 and it has a serial onboard port...

Many thanx
/H

neon_eddy · 11-01-2005, 07:56 PM

well
usb: more flexable, as most laptops and such have USB but not serial anymore. but the com port can switch on ya in resume from hibernate (mine did, not anymore though).

serial, won't port switch on ya, and doesn't use a valuable USB port especially on those VIA boards.

I like usb and I go with that it's nice to have the option to use it with my lappy. but I think you can get a serial to USB adapter.. to really pick your poison.

acura cl · 11-01-2005, 11:10 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by albysure

funny thing..since the interior is being sanded now i havent had the opportunity to play with the gps lately. i went online and got that update file and installed it. well now it works...everywhere, on my deck, on the ground and on my dash board! so i guess im not going to have this problem anymore. i get a ton of satellites too. thanks for all your help guys on this

what update file are you talking about? i have the same pharos/ms gps and was wondering if it was an updated driver you were talking about.

albysure · 11-02-2005, 12:12 PM

i don't think it is an update really. it can start with windows and finds the satellites before you start the program. tells you how many satellites you're locked on to. after i ran this my earthmate works perfect. i think it is some kind of serial/usb thing--puts the receiver on com 3. i will find the file name when i get home from work

albysure · 11-02-2005, 07:36 PM

right here

http://www.delorme.com/support/gps/lt20001.asp

acura cl · 11-03-2005, 12:18 AM

do you have to have the delorme gps to be able to use the prog?

thanks.