Dual XGPS10M Universal GPS Receiver Owner’s Manual

Dual XGPS10M Universal GPS Receiver

Introduction

• Thank you for purchasing the XGPS10M Universal Bluetooth® GPS Receiver from Dual Electronics.
• The XGPS10M works with signals from GPS satellites to determine your location anywhere in the world.
• It then can transmit your location information to many kinds of devices that have Bluetooth connectivity and support the Bluetooth Serial Port Profile (SPP).

This includes:

• the iPad® (generations 1 through 4)
• the iPad Air (generations 1 and 2)
• the iPad mini (generations 1 through 3)
• the iPod touch® (generations 2 through 5)
• the iPhone® (generations 2 through 6)
• You can also connect the XGPS10M to many An-droid® and Windows® smartphones and tablets, as well as to notebook computers running Windows or OS X.
• NOTE: Not all manufacturers include SPP in their devices, even if the device has Bluetooth. Please consult the owner’s manual for your specific device to determine whether it supports SPP.
• Some devices, like Android-based devices, may need a helper app to connect to the XGPS10M. See Pair-ing with your device for more information.

Features

• Power switch. Firmly press and hold the power icon for a moment to turn the device on or off.
• Battery/Charge indicator. This light will turn on when the battery level is low and the device requires recharging. (See Charging the XGPS10M.) During charging, the light will glow red and change to green when charging is complete.
• This light is normally off while the XGPS10M is running.
• Bluetooth status indicator. This light will indicate whether the XGPS10M is searching for a device to connect to, or if it has successfully paired to a device.
• A flashing light indicates the XGPS10M is unconnected and ready to pair to a device. A solid glow indicates that the XGPS10M has successfully paired and is communicating.
• NOTE: If you are using the XGPS10M with an Android or Windows device, the blue light on the GPS will continue to blink after the XGPS10M has completed the pairing process.
• The blue light will flash until an application begins actively requesting GPS information.
• GPS status indicator. The GPS indicator will flash while the XGPS10M searches for satellite signals. The light will change to a steady green when your location is successfully determined.
• NOTE: when paired with an iPad, iPod, or iPhone the GPS status light will not illuminate unless an app is actively requesting GPS information.
• USB connection. The USB connector is used for charging the XGPS10M.
• Mode switch. The mode switch must be set for the device you want to use the XGPS10M with:

•  Laptops, including OS X devices.

Right (away from USB connector)| •  iPod touch, iPad, and iPhone

Setup

• The XGPS10M is very simple to use. There is a one-time setup process to connect it to your tablet, smartphone, or laptop computer.
• Once this setup process is completed, simply turn on the XG-PS10M any time you want to use it.

To set the XGPS10M with your device, you will need to do two things:

• Set the mode switch on the XGPS10M for the type of device you will be using.
• Turn on and pair the XGPS10M with the device you will be using.

Setting the mode switch

• With the tip of a fine ballpoint pen, move the mode switch to the proper position:
• If you are using the XGPS10M with an iPad, iPod touch or iPhone slide the switch to the right, away from the USB connector. (NOTE: The XGPS10M ships from the factory with the mode switch already in this position.)
• To use the XGPS10M with an Android device, Windows device, or any model of laptop computer move the mode switch to the left, towards the USB connector.

Turn on the XGPS10M

• Press and hold the power button on the XGPS10M for about 3 seconds. The lights on the device will flash momentarily, and the blue light will continue to flash indicating that the XGPS10M is ready for pairing.
• The battery in the XGPS10M is already partially charged and the device should turn on the first time you take it out of the box. If the device does not turn on, please charge it from a USB source before continuing – see Charging.

Pairing with your device

• Pairing is the process of connecting two devices over Bluetooth to allow them to communicate. You will need to go through the pairing process the first time you use the XGPS10M with a new device.
• Once the XGPS10M is paired with a device, the two devices will remember their connection and you will not need to repeat the pairing process.
• When powered on, the XGPS10M will automatically try to reconnect to the last device it was paired with.
• Keep this in mind when trying to use it with multiple devices: if you are having trouble getting a second device to recognize the XGPS10M, make sure the last device you used with the XG-PS10M is turned completely off or is out of Blue-tooth range.
• Once the XGPS10M is paired with your device, you can immediately begin using apps that utilize GPS information.
• NOTE: If your device requests a code to connect during the pairing process, use “0000” or “1234”.

Pairing to the iPad/iPhone/iPod touch

• (NOTE: these instructions were written using iOS version 8 and may be different if you are using a different version of iOS.)
• Make sure the mode switch on the XGPS10M is positioned to the right (for more information, see Setup).

On the iPod/iPad/iPhone, go to:

• Settings->Bluetooth and turn on Bluetooth.
• The device will automatically begin looking for the XGPS10M.
• Turn on the XGPS10M. The blue Bluetooth status light on the XGPS10M will blink slowly.
• After a few seconds, the XGPS10M will appear as XGPS10M-xxxxxx in the list of “OTHER DEVICES” on the iPad/iPhone/iPod screen.
• (The last 6 digits “X” are part of the XGPS10M serial number and will be different for each unit.)
• Tap XGPS10M-xxxxxx in the list of devices to connect to it.
• After approximately 10 seconds, the XG-PS10M-xx name moves up into the “MY DEVICES” list, and the word Connected will appear beside the name.
• The blue LED on the XGPS10M will blink rapidly for a few seconds and then stay illuminated, confirming the two devices have successfully paired and are communicating.
• The iPad/iPhone/iPod touch will then display a message saying “Application Not Installed: This accessory requires an application you do not have installed.” Despite what the message implies, the XGPS10M is ready to use and you do not need to download anything to make the XGPS10M work. We do recommend that you download a free app from the iTunes store, called the Bluetooth GPS Status Tool, which shows you detailed information about the XG-PS10M (device status & battery charge level) and the GPS signal reception. Tap “Yes” to be redirected to the iTunes store to download this app, or “No” to download it later. The Bluetooth GPS Status Tool app is a completely optional download.

Pairing to an Android device

• (NOTE: these instructions were written using an Android OS version 4 and may be different if you are using a different version of the Android OS.)
• Make sure the mode switch on the XGPS10M is in the left position (for more information, see Setup).
• Turn on the XGPS10M. The blue Bluetooth status light on the XGPS10M will blink slowly.
• On the Android device go to: Settings->General->Developer Options and enable the option for Allow mock locations.
• This will let the Android device use GPS information from an external device like the XGPS10M.
• NOTE: On many devices, Developer Options are intentionally hidden by the device manufacturer. So if this option does not appear on your Android device, go to:
• Settings->General->About device and tap 7 times on Build number. If that does not enable the developer options, please search the web for “enabling developer options on ”.
• Next, turn on Bluetooth on the Android device by selecting the Bluetooth tab: Settings->Connections->Bluetooth and switching on Bluetooth.
• On the right side of the screen will be a list of Available Devices. Look for XGPS10M-xxxxxx in the list of devices.
• (NOTE: the last 6 digits “X” are part of the XGPS10M serial number and will vary from device to device.) You may need to tap “Scan” at the top of the screen to refresh the list.
• Tap the XGPS10M-xxxxxx name.
• After a few seconds, the XGPS10M-xxxxxx name moves up into the “PAIRED DEVICES” list and the word Paired will appear under the name.
• However, the blue light on the XGPS10M will continue to flash. The blue light does not stop flashing until an application begins actively requesting GPS information.
• For GPS-enabled apps to use information from an external GPS like the XGPS10M, you will need to install a helper app on your Android device.
• This helper app runs in the background and will let apps communicate with the XGPS10M. Dual provides a free helper app available on the Android Market.
• Please see the FAQ section on the Dual website (http://gps.du-alav.com/faq/xgps150-150a-150e/) for specific recommendations and installation instructions.

Pairing with Windows 8

• A driver is not required to use the XGPS10M with Windows 8. Please perform the following:
• Make sure the mode switch on the XGPS10M is in the left position (for more information, see Setup).
• Turn on the XGPS10M. The blue Bluetooth status light on the XGPS10M will begin to blink slowly.
• Open the Charms menu (swipe left from the right edge of the screen), then select: Settings -> Change PC Settings -> PC and devices -> Bluetooth
• Tap the XGPS10M when it appears in the list, and Windows will pair it with the GPS.
• NOTE: the blue Bluetooth light on the GPS will continue to flash, even after pairing is complete.
• This is normal. The Bluetooth light will glow solidly as soon as a GPS-enabled program starts requesting GPS data.
• Once pairing is complete, it is a good idea to note which COM port Windows assigned to the XGPS10M because your GPS program will probably ask you for this port number.
• To find the COM port number, go back to the Charms menu and select: Settings -> Change PC Settings -> Control Panel
• Under the Hardware and Sound section, select View Devices and Printers.
• Scroll down to the bottom of the window and find the XGPS10M. Right-click on the device icon and select Properties.
• Select the Hardware tab. In the Name column will be an item named Standard Serial over Bluetooth link, followed by a “COM” number.

Make note of this COM number for future reference:

• My COM number: ____
• Important note for Windows 8.1 users: Windows 8.1 has a bug that prevents it from properly communicating with many Bluetooth devices, including the XGPS10M. However, there is a workaround.
• Details can be found at: http://gps.dualav.com/faq/xgps150-150a-150e/
• See the question entitled “Does the XGPS150 work with Surface Tablets or Windows 8?” for instructions.

Pairing with OS X

• NOTE: these instructions were written using OS X Yosemite (v10.10) and may be different if you are using a different version of OS X.
• Make sure the mode switch on the XGPS10M is in the left position, not the right position (for more information, see Setup).
• Turn on the XGPS10M. The blue Bluetooth status light on the XGPS10M will begin to blink slowly.

On the computer go to: System Preferences -> Bluetooth

• Click the + icon to add a new device. The Bluetooth setup assistant will open and begin searching for Bluetooth devices. Wait a moment for the computer to find the XGPS10M.
• After a few seconds, the name XGPS10M-xxxxxx will appear in the list of devices. (Note: the last 6 digits “X” are part of the serial number and will vary from device to device.)
• Select the XGPS10M and click Continue.
• The computer will take a few moments to complete the pairing process. If you are requested to enter a code during the process, use “0000” or “1234”.
• The computer will return to the Bluetooth window and show the XGPS10M in the list of devices. At this point, pairing is completed. However, the device status will be Not Connected and the blue light on the XGPS10M will continue to blink.
• This is normal.
• If you need additional help connecting the XG-PS10M to your device, please contact customer service (cs@dualav.com or 866-382-5476).
• However, due to the enormous number and variety of available devices, you may need to contact the manufacturer of your device for additional instruc-tions.
• As soon you open an application on the computer that accesses the GPS, the device status will automatically change to Connected, and the blue light on the XGPS10M will stop blinking.

Using the XGPS10M

• Once the XGPS10M is paired with your device, you can begin using apps that utilize GPS information.
• The XGPS10M includes a non-slip pad for use on a boat or other vehicle. Slide the XGPS10M into the pad to secure it, ensuring that the pad’s lip seals over the top edges of the XGPS10M.
• IMPORTANT NOTE: If the blue light on the XG-PS10M is flashing for more than 10 minutes, the GPS will automatically go to sleep to save battery power.
• So if you take your tablet/smartphone beyond Bluetooth range, the XGPS10M will shut off after 10 minutes.
• Additionally, if you are using the XGPS10M with an Android or Windows device, and you do not open a GPS-enabled app within 10 minutes of turning on the XGPS10M, the GPS will also shut off.

Charging

• The XGPS10M is charged via the USB connector on the side of the device.
• To charge, simply connect the XGPS10M to the charger that came with your tablet/smartphone, or the USB port on a computer.
• A standard USB cable is included for charging. A 12V cigarette lighter adapter is also included for charging the XGPS10M from a 12V outlet.
• It takes approximately 2.5 hours to fully charge the XGPS10M.

Tips for Best Performance

• Put the XGPS10M in a location with a clear view of the sky for the fastest and most reliable performance.
• If you are using the XGPS10M in a cabin, avoid placing the GPS under a metal roof which will block the satellite signals.
• The GPS can also be placed on a window sill, although it may take longer to determine your initial position.
• The range of the Bluetooth connection will drop as the battery level drops.
• If you find that the wireless connection is failing, try recharging the XGPS10M.

Specifications

• Dimensions (WxHxD in mm)
  • XGPS10M: 55.0 x 55.0 x 18.5
  • Non-slip pad: 94.0 x 144.0 x 22.0
• XGPS10M Voltage
  • Input voltage: 5 VDC
• Cigarette Lighter Power Adapter Voltage
  • Input voltage: 12-30 VDC
  • Output: 5 VDC
• GPS
  • 65 Channel SkyTraq engine
  • Cold start: < 29 sec. Typ. (open sky)
  • Warm start: < 25 sec. Typ. (open sky)
• Bluetooth
  • CSR engine
  • Version: 2.1+EDR
  • Range: ~10m (~33 ft.) (open space)
• Internal Battery
  • Capacity: 680 mAh
  • Operating time: ~8.5 hours
  • Charging time: ~2.5 hours
• Environment Requirements
  • Operating temp: 14˚F – 140˚F (-10˚C – 60˚C)
  • Storage temp: -4˚F – 176˚F (-20˚C – 80˚C)
  • Relative humidity: 5% – 95% non-condensing

Compliance ICC Compliance

This Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

FCC Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. this device may not cause harmful interference,
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, under Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used under the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to 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.

Limited One-Year Warranty

• This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Dual Electronics Corp.
• warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of the original purchase.
• Dual Electronics Corp. agrees, at our option, during the warranty period, to repair any defect in materials or workmanship or to furnish an equally new, renewed, or comparable product (whichever is deemed necessary) in exchange without charges, subject to verification of the defect or malfunction and proof of the date of purchase. Subsequent replacement products are warranted for the balance of the original warranty period.
• Who is covered? This warranty is extended to the original retail purchaser for products purchased from an authorized Dual dealer.
• What   is covered? This warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship in this product.
• The following are not covered: software, installation/removal costs, damage resulting from accident, miss-use, abuse, neglect, product modification, improper installation, incorrect line voltage, unauthorized repair or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product, or damage occurring during return shipment of the product. Specific license conditions and copyright notices for the software can be found at http://www.dualav.com.

What to do?

1. Before you call for service, check the troubleshooting guide in your owner’s manual. A slight adjustment of any custom controls may save you a service call.
2. If you require service during the warranty period, you must carefully pack the product (preferably in the original package) and ship it by prepaid transportation with a copy of the original receipt from the retailer to an authorized service center.
3. Please describe your problem in writing and include your name, a return UPS shipping address (P.O. Box not acceptable), and a daytime phone number with your shipment.
4. For more information and the location of the nearest authorized service center please contact us by one of the following methods:

• Call us toll-free at 1-866-382-5476
• E-mail us at cs@dualav.com
• Exclusion of Certain Damages: This warranty is exclusive and in place of any other warranties, expressed or implied, including without limitation the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and any obligation, liability, right, claim, or remedy in contract or tort, whether or not arising from the company’s negligence, actual or imputed.
• No person or representative is authorized to assume for the company any other liability in connection with the sale of this product.
• In no event shall the company be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
• Dual Electronics Corp.
• Toll Free: 1-866-382-5476
• gps.dualav.com
• ©2015 Dual Electronics Corp. All rights reserved.
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• iPod, iPad, and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the US and other countries.
• Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
• Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Namsung is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

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