GlobalSat SD-502 SDIO GPS Receiver User Manual

SD-502 is a GPS receiver with SDIO (Security Digital Input/Output) interface and an integrated antenna.


GlobalSat SD-502 SDIO GPS Receiver User Manual - cover page
Brand
SD-502
Category
GPS
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
12
File format
PDF
File size
1.9 MB
Published
16 March, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
Model
SD-502
MD5 checksum
47F631A482F0F56441C8051BFB78B9D7

About this manual

The SD-502 is an SDIO‑interface GPS receiver with built‑in 512 MB memory, designed for Pocket PC platforms such as Dell Axim and HP iPAQ. It features a high‑sensitivity antenna, LED status indicator, and supports NMEA 0183 and SiRF binary protocols.

The manual covers system specifications, compatible devices, driver installation via ActiveSync, and FCC compliance. It also includes troubleshooting tips and LED function details to help users verify GPS fix status.

What's inside

  • SD-502 at a glance
  • System Specification
  • Introduction
  • Features
  • Package
  • LED Function
  • Compatible Device
  • Install Driver
  • FCC Notices

Specifications

ChipsetSiRF Start Ill
FrequencyL1, 1575.42 MHz
CIA Code1.023 MHz chip rate
Channels20 channel all‑in‑view tracking
Horizontal Position Accuracy10 m RMS (2 D)
Velocity Accuracy0.1 m/s
Time Accuracy1 µs synchronized to GPS time
Acceleration Limit< 4 g
Altitude Limit18 000 m (60 000 ft) max
Velocity Limit515 m/s (1 000 knots) max
Operating Temperature-10 °C ~ +70 °C
Supply Voltage3.3 V
Power Consumption110 mA
Dimensions95 mm × 30 mm × 13 mm
Weight≈ 30 g
Memory Size512 MB
SDIO SpecificationCompliant with SDIO Card Specification Ver. 1.00

Frequently asked questions

What does the green LED indicate on the SD-502?

A blinking green LED means the GPS position is fixed, while a steady green LED means the GPS position is not fixed.

Which Pocket PC devices are compatible with the SD-502?

The SD-502 works with Dell Axim X3, X30, X50, X50V, X51V; HP iPAQ h1930, h1940, h1950, h2210, h2750, h4150, hx2410, hx4700, h6315, rx3115; Eten M500; Fujitsu Loox 720; Asus MyPal 730; and T‑Mobile MDA compact.

What are the operating temperature limits for the SD-502?

The device operates from –10 °C up to +70 °C.

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