This manual introduces the use of BC-337 GPS receiver, mainly including appearance, function, installation, use and maintenance.
The BC-337 is a GPS receiver with a Compact Flash Type I interface and a built‑in high‑sensitivity antenna. It uses the SiRF Star III chipset and supports up to 20 tracking channels, making it suitable for integration into PDAs, notebook PCs, and various navigation applications.
The manual covers package contents, LED indicators, optional external antenna connection, detailed electrical and physical specifications, step‑by‑step installation for both PDA and notebook PC, driver installation for Windows 98/ME and Windows 2000, and testing procedures using the provided GPSInfo software. FCC compliance information is also included.
| Frequency | L1, 1575.42 MHz |
|---|---|
| Channels | 20 channels all‑in‑view tracking |
| Chipset | SiRF Star III |
| Interface | Compact Flash Type I |
| Position Accuracy | 10 m (2D RMS) |
| Hot Start Acquisition Time | 1 s average |
| Power Voltage | DC 3.3 V ± 10 % |
| Power Consumption | 90 mA |
| Operating Temperature | -10 °C to +70 °C |
| Dimensions | 83 mm × 42.8 mm × 13.3 mm |
Plug the BC-337 into the PDA’s Compact Flash slot, install the driver from the CD, run the navigation software, select the COM port (usually COM2) and set the baud rate to 4800,N,8,1.
The external antenna connects via an MMCX connector on the BC-337.
The device can operate up to 18,000 meters (60,000 feet) altitude.
The receiver consumes 90 mA at a supply voltage of 3.3 V.