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 Holux GPS August 7, 2006
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
I like this little unit. Installed the driver hook it up with Microsoft Trip 2006 and wow, how fast it worked. Been using ever since in my laptop. Works great my friends is ordering one he was amaze how well it works. Very accurate, that I don't even need to put it on the windows, I have it next to my laptop. I recommend it............enjoy
USB GPS Reciver with Linux support June 4, 2006
23 out of 23 found this review helpful
Great little GPS unit -- good bang for the buck, especially for the Linux user.
I surfed and checked out a number of USB GPS receivers, and most did not specifically mention Linux was supported. Not only that, but many support multiple data formats that apparently require driver software to change data modes. According to the Holux web site, this unit worked with Linux and they even offered drivers.
I have a late model low-end Dell laptop running Simply Mepis that I use in the car, and it got to be a hassle to use my old hand-held GPS because I had to change batteries, stick the mount to the windshield and use a serial to USB adapter, not to mention changing the data format to NMEA for the mapping software I have.
Ordered and received this unit, plugged it into the USB port, the power light came on, and after a minute or two started blinking to indicate it had a good position lock. Fired up my GPS software on the laptop, and the position indicator was right on my house.
Took the laptop out to the van, stuck the GPS receiver out the sunroof, and ran the computer 36 hours straight while mapping various trips -- the receiver worked flawlessly.
If you run a fairly recent Linux kernel this unit should work just fine for you also. Well worth the price.
 Holux GPSlim236 USB Cable December 31, 2005
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
Note, that in the standard packaging, the supplied USB cable is for charging only, not data communications. The manual states that the optional GR230-A2 is required for USB communications with laptops that don't have bluetooth.
now, where can I get the stupid cable.... ;(
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