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A GPS device is required to operate Google Maps
With GPS Tracker software.
with no GPS receiver, do not expect to get GPS data such as
altitude, speed, heading, etc... These information are emitted by
satellites and only readable by GPS receiver.
Which GPS receivers should I choose?
Google Maps With GPS Tracker software
support all National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA-0183)
compliant GPS receivers.
We also support the Rockwell Zodiac receivers' family (DeLorme
Earthmate).
What GPS receivers do you recommend?
Partnership with
Emtac GPS and
Randmcnally GPS constructors
to get the best light GPS hardware solution, Fortuna SmartGPS,
Navman, Magellan Companion, Nexian HandSpring, Delorme, Garmin,
Eagle, Earthmate…
The prices of these devices start around U.S. $100.
"failed to open GPS com port"
means the pc is not receiving information from the GPS. Either,
there is no GPS plugged in, or the connection between the pc and the
GPS is deficient, or your GPS device is not recognized.
Set GPS type to another entry and re-select the
right entry according to your type of GPS .
Support USB GPS
receiver
Windows supports Com1
to Com255, usually a GPS USB device
will become the next available com port. This can be Com1,
Com2, Com3, Com4, Com5, Com6 or higher.
Select any of the following. COM
ports. COM1, COM2, COM3,
COM4, COM5,
COM6, COM7, COM8
If you still get Not found status, check power
and connection of your device: make sure you are using a null modem.
should you be online (connect to the internet) to
use the software?
Yes!
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