Advantech PWS-8033M manual Connecting GPS

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4.4Connecting GPS

GPS functions come optional with PWS-8033M. Different countries have different GPS positioning programs and users can download from a variety GPS positioning programs to install into this unit. The following illustration demonstrates how the GPS viewer operates.

1.Start from “PwrCtrl”, and chose GPS “ON”

2.Run the GPS Viewer program (download available from the Internet).

3.Click COM2. and Baudrate 9600. Then, OPEN GPS to start the “GPS”.

4.When GPS is active, click GPS status to display the satellite status.

5.Allow approximately 60 seconds for GPS longitude and latitude display.

Chapter 4 Getting Connected

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Contents PWS-8033M Copyright Acknowledgements Product Warranty 2 yearsTechnical Support and Assistance Declaration of ConformitySafety Instructions General Information ChapterAdvanced Settings Chapter Introduction Features & SpecificationsPWS-8033M Military PDA Specifications Optional Accessories Package ContentsFront View Familiarizing Yourself with the PWS-8033MRight View Left View Bottom ViewTop View Back View4-In-1 Battery Charger Optional Cradle Optional Page Installation Getting Started Installing the BatteryCharging the Battery Charging the Battery with the Cradle Charging the Battery with the Adapter ChargerCalibrating the Touchscreen Powering up for the First TimeSetting the Time and Date Adjusting the Screen BrightnessUsing the Hardware Keypads and Function Buttons Using the StylusAdjusting the Double-Tap Rate Tap Start Settings Control PanelInserting an Micro SD Memory Card Inserting a CF CardRemoving a CF Card Connecting a USB Type a Gprs SIM Card Set UpConnecting Devices to the PWS-8033M Connecting USBConnecting a Mini USB Type B Connecting a Serial DeviceConnecting a Serial Cable Connecting Headphones and a MicrophoneConnecting to the Cradle Optional Connecting USBGetting Connected Connecting to Your Computer Installing Microsoft ActiveSyncGetting Connected Connecting with Bluetooth Connecting to a Wlan Wi-Fi Add a New Network Connecting to an Existing NetworkChanging the Advanced Settings View Wireless Networking Log Information Connecting GPS Connecting Gprs Click Control Panel then Network and Dial-upConncetions Page Advanced Settings Switch state to User Checking the Battery StatusOptimizing Battery Life Changing the Automatic Power SettingsPerforming a Software reset re-boot Performing a System ResetAdjusting Backlight Settings Tap Start Settings Control Panel Tap OEMs UtilityChanging the Screen Resolution Rotate Screen