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Leadtek GPS 9559X® Series Wireless Bluetooth GPS Receiver User Manual...
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The information in this document is subject to change without notice. Leadtek reserves the right to make revisions to this publication without obligation to notify any person or entity of any such changes. Trademarks or brand names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
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Safety instructions Please read through the following safety instructions carefully to avoid damage to the product and to others while using the product. • Be aware of traffic safety regulations. To prevent accidents, refrain from using the product while driving. •...
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• If you need to remove or change the battery, press the tab at the back and slide the battery in the direction of the arrow. When inserting the battery, make sure it is inserted correctly. See “Changing the battery” on page 7. •...
Introducing the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver Features ....................2 Applications ..................... 2 Package contents ................3 About the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver ....4 Getting started Charging the battery ....................6 Changing the battery ....................7 Installing the software...............
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Appendix Specifications ........................................17 LED ....................21 Limited warranty ................22 Safety cautions ....................23 Frequently asked questions / troubleshooting ......23 Regulatory notices ......................... 26 FCC Class B ......................26 CE ..........................27 ITE ..........................27...
Introducing the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver Thank you for purchasing the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver. The GPS 9559X is a slim, compact, and lightweight GPS (Global Positioning System) receiver with Bluetooth compatibility. Designed for portable devices...
Introducing the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver Features • Latest SiRFStarIII chipset • 20 channels with All-In-View tracking and SiRFStar high sensitivity software • RF Metal Shield for best performance in noisy environments • Multi-path Mitigation hardware • Light-weight design and easy to carry •...
Introducing the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver Package contents Make sure that your package contains the following items. If any of the items is missing or appears to be damaged, contact your vendor. Leadtek GPS 9559X Battery Neck strap...
Introducing the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver About the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver The GPS 9559X is compact and sleek, making it one of the smallest GPS receivers. The following illustration and table provide more information about the product components.
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Introducing the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver Component Description 1. Bluetooth • Off: GPS 9559X powered off. indicator • Flashing blue: GPS 9559X powered on and waiting for Bluetooth connection. • Blue: GPS 9559X currently in use and connected to a Bluetooth-enabled device.
Getting started Getting started Charging the battery You can charge the GPS 9559X using the travel charger or the car charger as illustrated: • Insert the USB connector into the GPS 9559X and plug the adapter into an available wall outlet to charge the battery.
Getting started Changing the battery If you need to remove or change the battery, follow these steps: 1. Slide the battery compartment at the back of the device in the direction shown. 2. Slide the battery in the direction shown to remove the battery completely.
CD. The USB driver and SD driver included on the disc are not needed for the GPS 9559X. You can use them for other GPS products from Leadtek. Note To install the CE Navigator to your PDA or smart phone, you need Microsoft ActiveSync installed on your PC.
Using the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver Using the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver Now you are ready to get your position using the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver. Before you proceed, make sure that you have installed the CE Navigator application on your mobile device.
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Using the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver 2. Tap the Bluetooth icon again and select the “Bluetooth Manager” item. 3. From the Bluetooth Manager toolbar, tap “New | Connect!” to connect to all Bluetooth devices in the surrounding area.
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Using the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver 5. Tap inside the device selection box to display a list of devices. Click “Next” to continue. 6. Tap the “Leadtek 9559X” icon to view the device services. 7. Select the “ZV-SPP” service and tap “Next” to create a...
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Using the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver 8. Tap “Finish” to complete the procedure. 9. From the “My Shortcuts” tab, tap the “Leadtek 9559X: ZV-SPP” icon and select the “Connect” option to connect to it. 10. When a connection is successfully established, the...
Make sure that the utility is installed on your PDA as described in “Installing the software” on page 8. This user manual provides instructions on how to use the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver. For more detailed information about WinFast Navigator, refer to the documentation provided with the application.
Using the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver Refer to the following sections to learn how to configure the port setting and use the utility. Remember to disconnect the GPS 9559X after you have finished using it to release the COM port for other applications or users.
Using the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver Viewing the location (Navigation) When you set the correct port and the GPS 9559X is connected successfully, the Navigator screen displays your position. Your position, latitude, longitude, velocity, and altitude are displayed. The navigation window also displays...
Using the Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver Viewing NMEA output (Development) To view detailed NMEA (National Marine Electronics Association) output, tap “View” and select the “Development” item.
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Appendix Time to first fix (Open sky and stationary) Reacquisition 0.1 sec. average Hot start 8 sec. average typical TTFF Warm start 38 sec. average typical TTFF Cold start 42 sec. average typical TTFF Dynamic conditions Altitude 18000 meters (60000 feet) max. Velocity 515 m/s (1000 knots) max.
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Appendix Connector for MMCX external antenna GPS communications TTTL level serial port interface Bluetooth Frequency 2400MHz to 2483.5zMHz Modulation Method GFSK, 1Mbps, 0.5BT Gaussian Maximum Data Rate Asynchronous: 723.2kbps/57.6kbps Synchronous: 433.9kbps/433.9kbps Transmission Power 4dBm (Class2) (Maximum) Hoping 1600hops/sec, 1MHz channel space Receiving Signal -84 to -15dBm Range...
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Appendix Battery (Same as Nokia 3650 battery pack) Battery cell Battery cell Li-Ion (1000mA) Output voltage 2.3V~4.2V ± 0.025V Dimension (LxWxH) 2.09” x 1.34” x 0.25” Environmental characteristic Operating -10° C ~ +50° C temperature range Storage temperature -20° C ~ +65° C range Physical characteristics Length...
To be eligible for warranty service, a defective product must be sent to and received by Leadtek within fifteen (15) months of the date of sale and be accompanied with proof of purchase. Leadtek does not warrant that this product will meet your requirements;...
Appendix Safety cautions The GPS system is operated by the government of the United States, which is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. Although the GPS 15H & 15L products are precision electronic Navigation Aid (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted, and therefore become unsafe. Use these products at your own risk.
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Appendix 1. From the Navigator menu, tap Tools | Port Setting... and set the Port and BaudRate as described in “Configuring the settings” on page 14. Tap OK. 2. Tap Tools | Command and select Cold Start. Click OK to reset the GPS 9559X.
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Appendix A: This might be caused by unstable satellite signals or weak signals resulting from heavily blocked areas, which affect the positioning of the car on the map. Q: Why is there no sign of signal transmission in my map utility program and positioning fails even though my GPS is connected? A: This might be caused by incorrect COM port settings.
Appendix Regulatory notices FCC Class B This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules for class B digital devices FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation, and are more stringent than "outdoor"...
Appendix • 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. This product does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in permanent damage to the equipment, and void your warranty and your authority to operate this device under part 15 regulation.
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Class A ITE Class A ITE is a category of all other ITE which satisfies the Class A ITE limits but not the Class B ITE limits. Such equipment should not be restricted in its sale but the following warning shall be included in the instructions for use: Warning: This is a Class A product.
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Appendix Class B ITE Class B ITE is a category of apparatus which satisfies the Class B ITE disturbance limits. Class B ITE is intended primarily for use in the domestic environment and may include: • equipment with no fixed place of use; for example, portable equipment powered by built-in batteries;...
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Fax: +1 510 490 7759 http://www.gpsleadtek.com Europe Headquarters Phone: +31 (0)36 536 5578 Fax: +31 (0)36 536 2215 Antennestraat 16 1322 AB Almere The Netherlands http://www.leadtek.nl Leadtek GPS 9559X Wireless Bluetooth Receiver User Manual Version A June 2006 CODE: LR9559X P/N: W0501013...
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