Sharing Blackstone's GPS for Notebook - Touch HD Themes and Apps

I have searched this forum (Blackstone section only) but think that this question does not exists. I wonder if there is a connection way (or via any find of software) to share GPS information from my Blackstone for my notebook via cable? Does anybody know or using it? This will be very exciting for me. Thank you

Works for me with Memory map.

thangbom said:
I have searched this forum (Blackstone section only) but think that this question does not exists. I wonder if there is a connection way (or via any find of software) to share GPS information from my Blackstone for my notebook via cable? Does anybody know or using it? This will be very exciting for me. Thank you
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Yes there is, and I use it ocassionally. Its good to have the option! Here is how:
What you need:
1. IGO8 for PC.
2. "GPS Gate" or any similar software to create a "virtual serial port (VSP)" on your HD to which you will connect the PC (really simple, only sounds complicated).
What you do:
1. Install GPS Gate on your mobile and set it up for either Bluetooth or ActiveSync (gives you the option of cable or bluetooth over ActiveSync). MAKE NOTE of the port# you chose for the virtual port you made.
2. Fire up your IGO8 on your PC, go to settings/GPS and select the port which you created on your mobile.
3. Enjoy
The attached image, below, shows how IGO8 looks on my PC using my Diamond as a bluetooth GPS device.
Regards...

Thank you, shirreer and gadgetuk437 for sharing your experiences. I will try it out this week. Great that my PC can share this information with the phone.

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Newbie With Aussie Mobile 6, Gps? Sync?

Hi all,
I'm just hoping some you who are more familar with the trinity can give me a few pointers... to save me time and less confusion, thanks in advance and much appreciated.
I'm currently using the Australian version of Windows Mobile 6 on my trinity...
but i'm NOT sure how to get GPS running (if it's is possible), please tell how to set it up and what software etc, i require. (I'll be using the GPS in Australia)
and also in terms of syncing... after updating my trinity from mobile 5 to 6, do i need a new version of active Sync, because i'm having trouble sync now...
Thank you all~~~ I'm hoping there are nice and helpfully people around
piitaa
piitaa said:
I'm currently using the Australian version of Windows Mobile 6 on my trinity...
but i'm sure how to get GPS running (if it's is possible), please tell how to set it up and what software etc, i require. (I'll be using the GPS in Australia)
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I think you meant to write "but i'm NOT sure how to get GPS running".
If so, you do not need to install any software. GPS works. But without a software program that actually uses GPS, GPS itself is quite useless. So install TomTom 6 (if you don't have it let me know, I'll post it), follow the instructions and your GPS will work. Headsup, first fix will take some minutes, so be patient.
and also in terms of syncing... after updating my trinity from mobile 5 to 6, do i need a new version of active Sync, because i'm having trouble sync now...
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You need ActiveSync 4.5.
Thank you all~~~ I'm hoping there are nice and helpfully people around
piitaa
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No problem. Glad to be of service.
Thanks for your tips Arilexed~~ much appreciated.
It'll be awsome if you could post me tomtom 6 software or provide me with details as to where i find dl it myself.... is it straightforward to setup, cos i'm not very familar with gps myself...
active sync 4.5, can be obtained... from htc offical site?
oh.. yes, also.. is there a way to switch the radio function on the phone..
Thanks in advance if Arilexed or anyone can help help, so i can be a happy trinity owner like the rest.
piitaa said:
Thanks for your tips Arilexed~~ much appreciated.
It'll be awsome if you could post me tomtom 6 software or provide me with details as to where i find dl it myself.... is it straightforward to setup, cos i'm not very familar with gps myself...
active sync 4.5, can be obtained... from htc offical site?
oh.. yes, also.. is there a way to switch the radio function on the phone..
Thanks in advance if Arilexed or anyone can help help, so i can be a happy trinity owner like the rest.
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http://www.tomtom.com is the place to create an account and download a paid map, but you can use Route 66 too.
Let we start with Google Maps, that's free of charge and easy setup. I've attached the file.
ActiveSync (XP or earlier) is available at Microsoft, http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/activesync/activesync45.mspx
Windows Mobile Device Center (Vista) at http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/devicecenter.mspx
piitaa said:
Thanks for your tips Arilexed~~ much appreciated.
It'll be awsome if you could post me tomtom 6 software or provide me with details as to where i find dl it myself.... is it straightforward to setup, cos i'm not very familar with gps myself...
active sync 4.5, can be obtained... from htc offical site?
oh.. yes, also.. is there a way to switch the radio function on the phone..
Thanks in advance if Arilexed or anyone can help help, so i can be a happy trinity owner like the rest.
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You can download Tomtom 6.03 from rapidshare:
http://rapidshare.com/files/47514040/1.bin
http://rapidshare.com/files/47519726/1.b01
http://rapidshare.com/files/47523589/1.b02
Just rename the files:
1.bin > 1.zip
1.b01 > 1.z01
1.b02 > 1.z02
Upzip the file and copy the content from the zipfile to the root of your SD. Use File Explorer to navigate to the root of your SD card and tap on Start.exe from and TT will install itself.
Arilexed: Thanks for your Tomtom 6 links, much appreciated once again...
For those familiar with google maps and gps settings.... when i use google maps on my trinity it keeps saying seeking GPs satellites (0)... but it never finds anything....
is there something i need to do with the setting??
How about tomtom 6 do i need to change the gps setting in order to make it work?
I'm hoping someone can help me out~~~
Thanks in advance~
Doesn't GoogleMaps require you to have a constant internet connection to be able to use?
yes, i believe you are right prawnz....
piitaa, ensure you are outside, away from tall buildings and built-up areas. a first-time lock can often take 10-15 minutes to obtain.
piitaa said:
Arilexed: Thanks for your Tomtom 6 links, much appreciated once again...
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no problem, glad to be of service. could you confirm if the download and installation has worked for you?
Hi dos anyone have this problem? I've tried installing WM6 official OZ ROM but finds that the in build memory is smaller. and since TomTom needs to be installed in the phone inbuild memory I have only small amount left to install other stuff. Plus how come there is no office in the official ROM.
hello, don't have the answer to your question but I think you would have more chance in getting a answer if you started a new thread for this. just a thought...
TomTom - making more room
Hi - you can just move the folder "Navigator" from the program files out to the Storage Card - just correct any shortcuts to point to the new location. It works fine and frees up that much space on the device...

"air" (no-surface-dependent) mouse for windows mobile

I am on a quest for the perfect treadmill computing platform (so I'm not sitting on my arse ALL day), so I can stay connected and work while I exercise. Currently I use the HTC Advantage, bluetooth keyboard, external display optional.
This would be even better with an "air" mouse- like the gyrate (http://archive.gamespy.com/hardware/march03/pv2/index3.shtml) or new logitech (http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/mice_pointers/mice/devices/3443&cl=us,enhttp://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/mice_pointers/mice/devices/3443&cl=us,en).
Anyone know if either of these, something similar, or anything else non-surface-dependent (trackball?) can run on Windows Mobile?
thanks in advance.
hcd2
Since I'm a consultant specialized in custom sulution, I would recomend you looking into the iGo Stowaway BT Mouse (http://www.expansys.com/d.aspx?i=147202)...
whitch you could "easely" make into a trackball by turning it upside down and attach a rubberball.. or something.
=)
What a project! Have you got any photos?
what type of pointing device is irelevant tackball, mouse ........
the pda only see the driver it's transparent to it what is feeding the driver with directions
Rudegar said:
what type of pointing device is irelevant tackball, mouse ........
the pda only see the driver it's transparent to it what is feeding the driver with directions
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Hum? I'm sorry, didn't quite got what you meant by that? - I've tried to connect other bluetooth mouses with the ppc-driver without success..
@foaf: I don't know if you were talking about me, but I've never done this myself (yet anyway).. the thought about a upsidedown optical mouse firrst surficed when a client wanted something simular to the "virtusphere" ( http://www.virtusphere.com/ ) for an exhibit.. but the client dropped before I had a chance to try my idea...
// Ludvig "LOMF" Fjell

[31.07.2009] TMC now working without external Hardware!!!

Hi,
Tmc work on Touch HD with a little tool (attached here).
TMC developers thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=497977
beemers TMC thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=512630
Load and install the two attached cab files, then:
start HyperGPS
select a free Com Port for TMC
go to menu > Test and search TMC with the arrows
message RTTMC in receive windows means TMC available (Pic 4)
if TMC found, close test windows with OK
leave HyperGPS in the background and start iGO
go to settings > TMC
search a TMC broadcaster
What is new in Beta 8:
-Full GNS protocol support. Tested under iGO and Navigon
GNS needs TMC+GPS option to be selected althought if it is not, HyperGPS will send fake GPS sentences.
-Less CPU consumption and lower memory footprint
-Optimized test program: Now RSSI is correctly shown under Royaltek mode, unused buttons are hidden under GNS mode and all the behaviour has been polished.
-RDS and TMC indicator in test program.
-Log mode redesigned to make more useful and readable logs.
-Removed fake RDS message under Royaltek mode. Not necessary with correct timmings.
-Soved an issue with block ratio not always sent.
my iGO settings in system.ini:
[tmc]
saved_config_available="0"
saved_config_classname="NMEA_GPSTMC_ROYALTEK"
saved_config_portname="COM"
saved_config_port="9"
saved_last_tuning_mode="0"
auto_tuning="0"
saved_last_frequency="1047"
YouTube - TMC and iGO
Special thanks to beemerTPPC and all TMC developers.
with friendly greet
starbase64
You guys are incredible, and xda-dev is an amazing forum!!!!!!!
When, even iGO responsibles of the support section strictly answer that the HD isn't able to provide a TMC function with its radio receiver, you still believe that it's possible, give yourselves the means to make it happen, and success!!!!
BRAVO!!!
...'ll test this soon
it doesnt work on my hd....
tested all the com ports but no way.... it says it cannot open com port....
I have installed both the files, any help ???
Mau
TMC found in iGo, but no TMC-stations can be found in Sweden so far...
Does this work in the UK with iGO8? Reason why i ask that TMC is found in iGO8 but no TMC stations found. I have the headset plugged in and it's scanned all FM radio frequencies (testing.... no TMC signal found). The funny thing is, on the main screen where the TMC icon is, i have a yellow envelope. Clicking the car icon, then the car icon in a triangle, it takes me to a section called "Traffic Alerts" where 2 events are listed for roadworks. (1. A3211 westminster bridge - tower bridge & 2. A23 thorton - heath purley). So it must have picked up a signal at some point. Any help please ?
starbase64,
thanks a lot. I just follow in last two weeks all efforts (thanks to flywhc and other team) to obtain TMC function avalaible on htc devices. In my case I have a touch HD. Now I just installed u sw, and config and TMC signal is OK. Now remain only to test on the road...
Thanks again. I hope to give u feedback asap.
It worked once and then it broke.
It says it cant load the driver so i uninstalled,re installed beemercert.cab and then tried to reinstall the app but now it say it can't as it doesn't have permission.
WOW! This is so good. HTC dvices always have hidden options. The only bad thing is missing tmc services in my coutry, macedonia
Griff1 said:
It worked once and then it broke.
It says it cant load the driver so i uninstalled,re installed beemercert.cab and then tried to reinstall the app but now it say it can't as it doesn't have permission.
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Same problem here, worked once, and then after softreset cannot open com port anymore.
I know,gutted or what.
I'm just pondering a hard reset,would rather not but i really want this working.
EDIT: I might wait a while till my next Dutty rom,will probably be soon,lol.
Griff1 said:
It worked once and then it broke.
It says it cant load the driver so i uninstalled,re installed beemercert.cab and then tried to reinstall the app but now it say it can't as it doesn't have permission.
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same here aswell using dutty`s v3.3XT
Gotta be realistic, while its nice to have, this is "only" OpenTMC, in Germany known to be around 20-40 minutes behind real traffic situation. This is not TMCPro with realtime traffic data through road sensors.
But indeed it is fantastic for the masterminds behind this activation to have achieved this. Respect.
OpenTMC around the world: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traffic_Message_Channel#TMC_services_in_operation
stokesie said:
same here aswell using dutty`s v3.3XT
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Same here, using dutty's 3.3. I downloaded the setup files from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=3730090#post3730090 (page 35) and reinstalled and all working again.
Also, anyone know what frequency UK TMC is broadcast on?
works on htc diamond?
Originally Posted by Griff1 View Post:
It worked once and then it broke.
It says it cant load the driver so i uninstalled,re installed beemercert.cab and then tried to reinstall the app but now it say it can't as it doesn't have permission"
Same problem here, worked once, and then after softreset cannot open com port anymore.
IO ME MEDESIMO said:
works on htc diamond?
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Yes, it does.
works nice with my blackstone and tmc is found here in NRW.
but
after close/restart it still works due to the driver is still loaded but as soon as its beeing unloaded for the first time I get the same error that driver cannot be loaded again - check COM port or install certs. even after softreset and reinstalling certs it doesnt work until i replace gfmapi.dll in \windows
usrname said:
it doesnt work until i replace gfmapi.dll in \windows
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Thats what i'm finding too.
Does it work in netherlands
Have you read the messages in this thread? Hint: Post 12

Using HD2's USB Host feature

Hi !
Does anyone know if it is possible to use libusb-win32 under windows mobile ?
I want to be able to use one usb game controller with the HD2 but I don't know where to start since I don't know if I can use libusb directly (I don't have the know how to use low level comunication).
Thanks
the hd2 doesnt have native usb host support, however i saw a usb host replicator program a while back for other devices.
Kev007 said:
the hd2 doesnt have native usb host support, however i saw a usb host replicator program a while back for other devices.
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if it doesnt have USB OTG the only thing u can use is Zenos USB host Drivers + a Custom power injecter for the USB... Works on any windows mobile :|
I found these videos that show USB host being used. They are not very good. There is no sound so there is no description as to exactly how this was accomplished or what equipment is being used. Follow this link....
(would not let me post link since I am a new user, but I searched google for "HTC HD2 Supports USB-host" and it is at the htcphones.net site)
If anyone figures this out would you please post step by step directions for the tech unsaavy, like me. It looks like there must be an external power source for the keyboard. I'd love to do this, too.

Wifi->ppc->usb->pc

Hallo everybody!
I want to know if there is any soft for WM, to catch wi-fi with ppc and share it through USB to PC. And if it exists could anyone share it? Thank you in advance...
P.S. I have HTC touch hd T8282
Yep, there is.
It's called WMWifiRouter from Morose Media.
You can make following connections:
- mobile internet to wifi
- mobile internet to USB
- mobile internet to bluetooth
- wifi to USB
- USB to bluetooth
Sorry, forgot the cab ...
It's attached now.
Klaas20 said:
Sorry, forgot the cab ...
It's attached now.
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Just checked now and saw that this is commercial software, making your upload warez. would suggest you remove the attachment before a mod comes along and gives you warning.

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