Dual Electronics - SkyPro Bluetooth GPS Receiver |XGPS160|
Ideal for pilots, race car drivers and boating, this 2nd generation GPS Receiver features even faster signal acquisition, 10Hz positioning updates and Bluetooth connectivity to up to 5 devices. The WAAS receiver simultaneously receives both GPS (USA) and GLONASS (Russia) satellite system signals.
Meet the SkyPro - a brand new GPS Receiver with fast signal acquisition and 10Hz positioning updates, making it an ideal GPS for pilots, race car drivers and other fast moving applications. The WAAS receiver is compatible with both GPS (USA) and GLONASS (Russia) systems and it connects via Bluetooth to up to 5 Apple or Android devices.
Just like its predecessor, the popular XGPS150, SkyPro is very simple to use. There is a quick set up process that includes pairing your tablet with the unit. Once this is done, SkyPro will automatically connect to the device it was last paired with, and you will be able to use it with hundreds of apps that require location information.
The GPS receiver will run for up to 10 hours on a charge, and can be recharged using the included 12-28VDC cigarette lighter adapter, from any PC, or from the USB charger which came with your tablet/phone.
This GPS Receiver also comes with a useful GPS Status Tool app. (Available free on the iTunes App Store). The app allows you to turn on and off the automatic route recording feature, and to export the stored log file information. The Status Tool app also shows detailed information from the GPS Receiver including:
Your location (or whether the device is still determining where you are)
How many satellites the device sees and the signal strength of each satellite
The battery level of the GPS Receiver, and whether or not it is charging
Confirmation the GPS Receiver is successfully connected to your iPad/iPod touch/iPhone
The SkyPro GPS Receiver also includes a non-slip pad for use in a cockpit, car or a boat.
Features:
High-sensitivity WAAS GPS receiver
Simultaneous GPS and GLONASS reception
Up to 10 position samples per second
Bluetooth wireless connectivity to up to 5 devices
iPad (generations 1 to 4)
iPad mini
iPod Touch (generations 2-5)
iPhone (all models)
Bluetooth-enabled smartphones, tablets and laptops (Android, OS X, Windows and Surface Devices)
Automatic route recording
Works with most apps that require GPS
Built-in rechargeable battery lasts 10 hours
USB charging via the included USB cable
Includes a non-slip dashboard pad
Includes 12-28VDC charging adapter
Specifications:
GPS/GLONASS
GPS and GLONASS supported simultaneously
99 channels
SBAS (WAAS, MSAS, EGNOS, GAGAN) supported
GPS: L1 1598.0625~1605.375 MHz
GLONASS: L1 1598.0625~1605.375 MHz
Accuracy: +/-2.5m (CEP)
Fast location acquisition times: < 29 secs (warm or cold start)
Position updates: up to 10 times per second
Maximum speed: 1000 kts / 1150 mph
Maximum altitude: 20,000 m / 65,600 ft
Bluetooth
CSR engine
Version: 2.1 + EDR
Bluetooth connectivity to up to 5 devices (5 Apple devices, 5 Android devices, etc.)
Bluetooth range: 33 ft / 10m (open space)
Internal Battery
Full charge lasts for at least 10 hours of continuous use (for 1 device)
Recharges in 3 hours
Capacity: 1400 mAh
Plug in to 12VDC source for continuous use
General
Supports both NMEA and Apple protocols
Small and light:
2.7" (70mm) wide x 2.2" (55mm) tall x 0.8" (22mm) thick
2.5 ounces / 71 grams
Non-slip pad: 4.8" (122mm) wide x 4.2" (107mm) tall x 0.9" (25mm) thick
Operating temperature: 14F - 140F (-10C - 60C)
Includes
The XGPS160 SkyPro GPS Receiver
12-28V Cigarette Lighter Adapter
Mini USB to USB charging cable
Non-slip pad
Status Tool App (free download from the iTunes App Store)
I had originally bought the item as a replacement for previous XGPS 160 that failed when it stopped charging. This new unit would never charge fully and was exchanged for a 3rd unit. That unit charged but then would not come on afterwards.
This review has absolutely nothing to do with the quality of Pilots HQ. This is a great store that I can recommend without reservation. It's the quality control on the XGPS160 that is lacking. Of note, when the XGPS 160 works, it works great. Perhaps they need to revamp the battery/charging circuit.....