Hello, I am the proud owner of a Siemens SX 66 Bluetooth version 1.0.0 Build 3500. While I have no trouble with the BT perofrmance regarding headsets (Jabra 200 and Siemens own ) I can't get the Bluetooth GPS (Bluei http://www.bluegps.com) unit I have to send data to my Street Atlas 2005 application. It seems to pair with no trouble but not effectively send data.
I am afraid to change to build 3900 as I have seen posts that it adversely effects the headset performance. Does anyone have a suggested fix or a suggestion for a different GPS unit that is known to operate with this build?
Aside from this issue I am very pleased with the device having just moved over to PPC from a treo 600.
Thanks to anyone that can help.[/i]
I'm not sure my situation fits your case but I have been using the Navman Bluetooth GPS 4100 with my O2 XDA IIs without any problem. However, the software I use is CoPilot Live Pocket PC 5 and that software manages the Bluetooth GPS communication by itself without having me manually bonding it through the O2 XDA IIs Bluetooth manager interface.
Bluei doesn't seem to be a well-known brand so I suspect their GPS is the problem. If you want, you can go out to CompUSA or Fry's or Best Buy... and try to buy a Navman Bluetooth GPS to see if you can make Navman Bluetooth GPS work for you. I guess once you know your Siemens SX66 is not the problem you can then decide to keep that Navman Bluetooth GPS or return it to find a better deal somewhere...
The Navman Bluetooth GPS I'm talking about looks like this
http://www.navman.com/land/products/gps4420/index.html
Most store seems to carry the 4410 models but the GPS itself are essentially the same in every models.
Hope it helps
As much as I hate to have to buy another GPS unit I think you are probably correct. Thanks for the advice.
Cliff
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Hello all, I am new to the forum.
I have just got my 2i and love it. Want to do the satnav thing now, but would like to know the best BT gps unit to get, i have a Jabra bt headset & Satnav enabled car (screen mount) cradle.
As per my flag i am in the UK.
Many Thanks
I may not be popular for saying this but a cheap wired gps will give you a solution without the attendant agro of bluetooth.
I have an XDA III (ROM flashed to XDA2i O2 UK) and I use Tomtom 3 with the Tomtom Bluetooth GPS. So far I have had no problem at all. My wife uses it with the HP Ipaq 4150 with the same result.
I am a new user and am having trouble with finding support for my BA. Does anybody know what (if any) type fo GPS NAV system i can get for my XDA IIs and where i would get it from?
Got a Socket OEM Bluetooth GPS from Expansys and use it with Destinator. Cool toy and its really works. I can aquire enough satellites on the dash of the car in about a minute and then I can put it in the dash below the radio so it doesn't melt in the sun. doesn't work here in the Perth CBD though
Destinator for OZ
Did you have to purchase the whole destinator application including maps or were you able to get just the maps for Oz and patch them into an existing copy of Destinator you had. I would love to have Destinator but am a bit reluctant to pay $600 for a bit of software that may or may not work.
Destinator works
Hi all,
I'm looking for a new Bluetooth GPS mouse.
I now have a cheap mouse which doesnt have a name ;-)
Whats the best GPS mouse now on the market?
(must be compatible with TomTom)
What specs/technics does it need to have?
What chipset is best?
And where to get them cheap
Thanks in advance!
/P
Panja said:
Hi all,
I'm looking for a new Bluetooth GPS mouse.
I now have a cheap mouse which doesnt have a name ;-)
Whats the best GPS mouse now on the market?
(must be compatible with TomTom)
What specs/technics does it need to have?
What chipset is best?
And where to get them cheap
Thanks in advance!
/P
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I use the Tomtom mouse which Tomtom has in the package. Works very good, easy install. It use modern SIRF III chipset.
Adapt mouses are also good. Check GoT forum too if you want for some tips.
Thanks mate!
I saw an Adapt mouse, the ad300 I think.
It was around 80 euro's I think.
I now have a Royaltek BT-1000.
Do you think its worth the money to upgrade to another mouse?
http://www.haid-services.de/pd1675956761.htm?categoryId=12
Holux GR-236 GPSlim SIRF-III Bluetooth 8)
Your GPS reciever should have a SIRF III chipset with NMEA output.
I use a Globalsat BT-338, which has allways been amongst the favourites here http://www.pocketgps.co.uk and I'd certainly recommend it.
I can't really comment on the prices of ordering online in Holland, but I know here in the UK it was cheaper for me to order from the US and pay shipping and Tax, then it was to order from inside this country. Ebay is allways a good place to look, but try and buy from a power seller business rather than an individual as you are more likely to get the latest firmware.
Also looking for gps receiver & software for BA
could someone please advise me on a few things.
i am not familiar with how GPS works so one question i have is:
can the receiver be inside a backpack and still get positioning?
sirf and waas i am understanding are a must for accuracy.
anyone have any knowledge of the google software?
basically i want a gps for tracking as i ride my bike or to mark fishing spots (deep sea). i imagine most software would provide this but would like to hear from some experienced GPSers
thanks in advance
Assuming u have the Universal, here's wot I know concerning the GPS:
1). Buy the GPS receiver (recommend SIRF III - look for this when you're buying a Bluetooth GPS unit - it's the "sensing" system). I have the GlobalSat bt-338 - purchased after reading a bunch of reviews. Works great in the country....sucks in NY (too many high buildings and tunnels).
2). Buy the software (heard a lot about TomTom - I'm using iNav cos it's cheaper or buy it as a bundle with the GPS receiver).
3). Yes - you can mark the location with iNav (I'm assuming with TomTom also) but I don't think you can set the longitude and latitude to go to on the iNAV. But once u get there, just note down the longitude and latitude.
4). I use my GPS in my car. I leave near the gear shifter which is pretty far away from the dashboard and it works fine. While on holiday in NY, GPS receiver was in backpack and it worked great also. As for deepsea fishing.....I'm sure you can mark the spot on the software, getting voice directions there - probably not.
5). Personally having GPS on my Universal is the 3rd best thing (next to streaming radio and msn messaging outdoors). It's brought me to a few places without having to print out directions and struggling through the instructions. Sure....once a while the iNav software is not accurate but it'll get you to the place and you just have to hunt for it then.
6). As for googling earth, I believe there are still some issues with google online. Never tried google earth before but I don't think it'll work. Don't know how you can tie the GPS software with google earth.
Hope that helps.
Hi ppl just wondering with all the more smarter ppl than me here.I am looking to buy a GPS reciever for my BlueAngel.
I am looking at this one.
HP iPAQ Bluetooth GPS Receiver
[FA256A]
http://www.ow.com.au/shop/product_info.php/products_id/311?osCsid=831...e5a91629d63adc5798ac91a06
at first glance i would say no cause its for a iPAQ, but it is bluetoth and a lot of different BT stuff work with BA's, So any help info ppl could give me would be great....
BTW great site love it.
What GPS....
The GPS branded as HP bla bla is an obsolete type with old SiRF II. chipset. It is slow and not very sensitive at all.
Better obtain http://www.expansys.com.au/product.asp?code=127067 it is more expensive (only a little bit) but much more reliable, stable, sensitive etc. I am using this GPS with my BlueAngel flawlessly.
Or try one of these http://www.expansys.com.au/product.asp?code=130593 it works great with the devices I use incl the BA. - Mike
Hi have the Globalsat BT 338(bluetooth) - it's very small, last for ages on the battery and very sensitive (Sirf III).
Probably the best around, maybe not the cheapest but definitely worth it.
ok guys thanx for your help.
Hello,
I would Welcome advise on which bluetooth headsets people use with their orbit.
I currently have a Motorola HS850 which although does connect to the orbit, does not transmit any sounds. (except for a beep to say its connected !)
So anyone who has a Orbit running the o2 WM6 and actually has a working bluetooth headset to make calls on I would appreciate knowing about, thanks.
Steeve,
We've tested the QStarz range on the entire current HTC range and O2 range and they all work fine. The BHQ-360 is popular and cheap.
http://store.pressdigital.com.au/qstarz-bhq360-p-1335.html
Hope that helps.
Andy
www.pressdigital.com.au
Support Team.