PathFinder P 3105 - Gps Pentagram - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	GPS Bluetooth Receiver
Brand	Pentagram
Model	PathFinder P 3105
Dimensions (L x W x H)	72.2 x 46.5 x 20 mm
Weight (with battery)	64.7 g
GPS Chipset	MTK
Frequency	L1, 1575.42 MHz, C/A Code 1023 MHz
Channels	51
DGPS Support	WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS
Antenna	Internal built-in low noise antenna
Sensitivity (Tracking)	Up to -158 dBm
Time To First Fix (Cold Start)	36 seconds average
Time To First Fix (Warm Start)	33 seconds average
Time To First Fix (Hot Start)	1 second average
Position Accuracy	Open sky: < 3 m
Velocity Accuracy	0.1 m/sec (0.05 m/sec with DGPS)
Update Rate	1 second
Battery	Built-in rechargeable 1100 mAh Li-Ion
Power Supply	5V DC via mini USB; AC adapter 5.3V, 500mA; Car charger 12V in, 5V out
Operating Current	Typical < 42 mA
Operating Temperature	-10°C to +60°C
Storage Temperature	-20°C to +60°C
Datum	WGS-84
GPS Protocol	NMEA-0183 V3.01 (GGA, GSA, GSV, RMC), Baud rate 115200 bps
Bluetooth	Class 2, range up to 15 m
Box Contents	GPS receiver, Li-Ion battery, car charger, power adapter, user manual
Care and Cleaning	Use a dry, clean soft cloth; do not use harsh solvents or detergents
Safety	Keep out of reach of children; turn off in hospitals; do not open device; use only approved accessories
Spare Parts and Repairability	Only use supplied and approved accessories; unauthorized modifications void warranty
General Information	Compatible with Bluetooth-enabled PDA/PC; latest manual available at www.pentagram.eu

Frequently Asked Questions - PathFinder P 3105 Pentagram

How do I charge the GPS receiver for the first time?

Charge the battery until it is fully charged. The battery status LED will blink during charging and turn solid green when fully charged.

How do I pair the GPS receiver with my PDA/PC?

Turn on the GPS receiver, activate Bluetooth on your device, then use the Bluetooth Manager to find 'PENTAGRAM PathFinder (P 3105)'. Enter passkey 0000 to complete pairing.

What do the LED indicators mean?

GPS LED: Solid orange = no fix, blinking orange = fix. Battery LED: Off = off, red blink = low battery, solid green = charging, blinking green = full. Bluetooth LED: Solid blue = not connected, slow blink = sleep, rapid blink = connected.

How long does it take to get a GPS fix?

Cold start: 36 seconds average, warm start: 33 seconds, hot start: 1 second, reacquisition < 1 second.

What is the operating temperature range?

Operating: -10°C to +60°C. Storage: -20°C to +60°C. Using outside this range may reduce battery charging capability.

Can I use the GPS receiver while driving?

Yes, the car charger is included. However, always follow local laws and do not operate the device while driving.

What should I do if the GPS receiver is not charging?

Ensure you are using the supplied charger. If the battery is completely drained, it may take a few minutes before the charging LED activates.

How do I clean the GPS receiver?

Use a dry, clean soft cloth. Do not use harsh cleaning solvents, chemicals, or strong detergents.

Is the GPS receiver waterproof?

No, the manual does not specify waterproofing. Keep it dry and avoid exposure to moisture.

What GPS protocols does the receiver support?

It supports NMEA-0183 V3.01 sentences: GGA, GSA, GSV, RMC at 115200 baud rate.

USER MANUAL PathFinder P 3105 Pentagram

NOTE! Any information and technical data are subject to change without prior notification and/or indication in this manual.

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All rights reserved; copying and reproduction is strictly forbidden.

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The latest versions of manual, drivers and applications are available on www.pentagram.eu

Introduction

1. For the first time you use the GPS receiver, please charge battery until it is full (Battery status LED blinks).
2. Don't use GPS receiver is used in temperatures lower than -10^ or higher than 60^ , or its battery charging capability will decrease. The Lithium battery inside the GPS receiver should be recycled.
3. While in the hospital, turning off the GPS receiver is strongly recommended. Like other common equipments do, wireless GPS receiver may also affect medical equipment which use radio frequency and make these equipments malfunction.
4. If GPS receiver will not be used for a long period of time, take out the battery and store it in dry/cool place.
5. For safety, keep the GPS receiver and all accessories out of small children's reach.
6. We assume no responsibility for any damages and loss resulting from use of this manual, malfunction, dead battery, or misuse of the product in any way.
7. Use only the supplied and approved accessories. Unauthorized accessories, antenna, modifications or attachments could damage the GPS receiver, and may violate regulations governing radio devices.
8. Use a dry, clean soft cloth to clean the unit. Do not use harsh cleaning solvents, chemicals, or strong detergents.
9. Do not open the GPS receiver by yourself. Unauthorized hacking may damage the unit, and will void your warranty.

Box Contents

1. GPS Bluetooth receiver
2. Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery
3. Car charger
4. Power adapter
5. User manual

Hardware Description

1. Power jack (mini USB type)
2. Power switch
3. Battery status LED (red/green)
4. Bluetooth status LED (blue)
5. GPS status LED (orange)
6. Internal antenna

LED Indicator

GPS status LED

• On - GPS position not fixed
• Blinking - GPS position fixed

Battery status LED

• Off - GPS receiver turned off
• Red (Blinking) - Low battery
• Green (On) - Battery charging
• Green (Blinking) - Battery fully charged

Bluetooth status LED

• On - Bluetooth not connected
• Slow blinking - Sleep mode
  – Rapid blinking – Bluetooth connected

Getting Started

1. Install the battery

2. Turn on the GPS Bluetooth receiver.

Switch the power switch (the GPS status LED turns green and Bluetooth status LED turns Blue.)

3. Activate Bluetooth function of your PDA/PC

Prior to activating the Bluetooth function of your PDA/PC, please make sure the device is equipped with Bluetooth function, and the driver software has been installed.

4. Activate Bluetooth Manager & Established New Connections. Illustrations using PocketPC:

a) First, find the device with which you wish to establish connection.
b) Open „Bluetooth Manager“ on your PocketPC
c) Follow the steps below

Tap New and then Connect!

Select above option and tap Next

Tap within Device frame Tap on device

In Passkey field enter 0000 and Select above option and tap Next tap Enter

PENTAGRAM PathFinder (P 3105)

Tap Finish Double-tap this Icon will start connection

5. Turn off the GPS Bluetooth Receiver

Press the power button for Turn off, all LEDs will goes off.

We recommend that close the e-map before turning off the GPS Bluetooth receiver, in order to avoid any possible PDA/PC freeze.

Specification

GPS Features:

Chipset	MTK
Frequency	L1,	1575,42MHz
C/A Code 1023MHz
Channels	51	Channels

DGPS WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS

Antenna (Internal) Built-in low noise antenna

Sensitivity To 158dBm Tracking

Time To First Fix (TTFF)

Cold Start 36 s, average

Warm Start 33 s, average

Hot Start 1 s, average

Reacquisition < 1 sec

Update rate 1 s

Accuracy

Position Open sky: < 3 m

Velocity 0.1 m/sec (0.05 m/sec – DGPS)

Time ± 50 ns synchronized to GPS time

Power

Built-in rechargeable 1100mAh Li-Ion and 5V

Operation Current < 42mA (Typical)

AC adaptor Output: 5.3 V, 500mA

Car charger In 12 V; Out 5 V

Datum WGS-84

Dynamic conditions

Altitude < 18000 m

Velocity < 515 m/sec

Acceleration < 4 G

Temperatures

Operating -10 °C \~ +60 °C

Storage -20 °C \~ +60 °C

Dimensions (mm) 72.2 x 46.5 x 20 (L. x W x H.)

Weight 64.7 g (battery included)

Interface

PC/PDA Bluetooth (class 2); distance 15 m

GPS Protocol NMEA-0183 V3.01 – GGA, GSA, GSV, RMC, Baud rate 115200bps

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