Navigation system working perfectly on the iPod Touch (2nd Generation)
Managed to get the GPS (Global Positioning System) working on my iPod Touch 2nd Generation. Took the above picture while traveling back home from Serene’s place. Yeah, I know it is kind of dumb to take a screen shot when I am on PIE but hey, at least it is working as it should – detecting the vehicle speed, distance to destination, estimated arrival time. Too bad the application isn’t smart enough to check the traffic status and include it in it routing algorithm.
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2nd hand Holux GPSlim 240
Got a second hand Holux GPSlim 240 from a local forumer. Aesthetically-wise, it has got deep scratches. Functionality-wise, ok! Just some basic specifications.
Specifications
- Tracks up to 20 satellites
- Receiver: L1, C/A code
- Update rate: 1 HZ(max)
- Antenna Type: Built in Patch Antenna
- Minimum signal tracked: -159dBm *
- Dimension: 64 x 22 x 15 mm
- Weight : < 35g
- On/off switch: slide switcher
- Lithium-ion battery lasts for more than 8 hours of use
Acquisition time
- Reacquisition 0.1 sec. averaged
- Hot Start 1 sec. averaged
- Warm Start 38 sec. averaged
- Cold Start 42 sec. averaged
Took it out for a “test drive” this afternoon. It seems like the satellite lock on timing is pretty fast (compared to my E66 when assistance is turned off). I think it averaged around 40 seconds to locate enough satellites for a 2D lock, give it a couple of seconds more and it will achieve a 3D lock.
Bringing it around is also simple, there is a catch on the tracker for you to attach lanyard. With that, you can tie the tracker to your backpack or hang it across your chest! Looking forward to using it overseas!