Leadtek Research LR9553 GPS with Bluetooth User Manual 9553 UserMan
Leadtek Research Inc GPS with Bluetooth 9553 UserMan
Users Manual

Leadtek Mini Bluetooth GPS 9553
Quick Installation Guide
Hardware Description  ......................................................... 1
Features ................................................................................ 4
Package Contents ................................................................ 5
Installing Navigator Software for Pocket PC ...................... 6
Testing Leadtek GPS 9553 ................................................. 14
Appendix A. Limited Warranty ........................................... 18
Appendix B. Cautions ......................................................... 19
Battery/Power Recharge...................................................... 2
Safety Instructions ............................................................... 3
Appendix C. GPS FAQ .............. ......................................... 23
Hardware Installation ......................... ............................... 10
Table of Contents

1. Power supply connector
2. Bluetooth power LED indicator.
Power Off
The LED light is off.
Power On
The LED light flashes and awaits for connection.
Blue power LED 
       It indicates that the GPS is currently in use.
3. Descriptions on                 Indicator 
Recharge Status
A red LED light is shown while GPS is in recharge status. 
After recharging is completed the LED light is turned off.
GPS
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Hardware Description

Shortage of Power supply
  A flashing red LED light indicates a shortage of power supply.
GPS Positioning status
During GPS positioning a flashing green LED light is shown.
* When there is a shortage of power supply during GPS positioning, both red and green
  LED light will flash.
4.  Power On/Off
 On          Off
Battery/Power Recharge
lease recharge the lithium battery before use.
Connect the battery charger to the GPS power supply connector.
For details on LED indicators during recharge status, please refer to sections on Hardware 
description.
Note:
The USB power cable that comes with this product can be used to connect to PC for recharge 
purposes, with the exception of Leadtek BT GPS 9553 which includes a non- standard USB cable, 
that will interfere with the normal GPS functionality during recharge status. Use a car or travel 
recharge kit instead.
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Thank you for your purchase of Leadtek's Mini Bluetooth GPS 9553 products. This manual 
provides a detailed guidance on Leadtek's GPS products. Please read through the following 
instructions carefully. Be aware that any violation of rules can cause possible danger or offend 
against the law. 
Be aware on appropriate traffic safety
For safety reasons please do not operate the product while driving.
   Switch off the product while boarding the plane
In order to avoid interrupting the on board communication system, please switch off the
product before boarding the plane. Please adhere to the rule accordingly.
Switch off the product whenever it's necessary
Please follow the switch-off instructions strictly.
    Proper use of products 
      Please follow the correct procedure when using the product.
   Accessories 
      Please use the original accessory to avoid damage to the products.
    Proper service and maintenance 
   Connections with other equipments.
      For connections with other 
When starting the car please do not connect the GPS power cable to the lighter on the car 
since strong voltage might cause damage to the products.
      Please note that unauthorized service to the product will forfeit the product warranty. 
equipments please consult the relevant instruction booklet. 
      Avoid connection between incompatible products.
Safety Instructions
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Latest SiRF StarIII chipset
12 channels "All-in-View" tracking and "SiRFxtrac" high sensitivity software
Effective distance must be within 10m of 2DRMS
Cold/Warm/Hot Start Time : 45/38/1 seconds(in open spaces)
Re-connection Time 0.1 second
Standard NMEA-0183 output 
Supports Trickle Power power-saving mode
Dual power LED indicates the power status of Mini Bluetooth GPS
On/Off switches 
Size 61.4(L) x 42.4(W) x 25.4(H) mm
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Features

<Note 1>
<Note 2>
Inside the CD-ROM  includes the "CE Navigator" for GPS receiver evaluation, product 
manual and various Leadtek GPS application software. 
This USB cable can only be used for power charging purpose. It cannot be used for data 
transfer or as connectors.
Make sure your package contains the following
   Mini Bluetooth GPS 9553 Receiver
   User's guide x 1
   CD-ROM x 1 (see Note 1)
   USB - Mini USB connector  x 1
   Voltage converter (USB port) x1
   Car Charger (USB port) x1
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Package Contents

Note
Microsoft ActiveSync has to be installed and running on your computer when you want to install 
Navigator.
Installing Navigator Software for Pocket PC
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Step 2
The setup program dialog box appears. 
Click "Next".
Step 1
Insert the software CD-ROM in your 
CD-ROM drive. The setup window 
should appear as shown in the figure. If 
the setup window does not appear 
automatically, run install.exe on the CD. 
Click "Install CE Navigator" to initialize 
the installation.
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Step 3
The dialog box for choosing the 
installation Destination Location 
appears. It gives the default destination 
folder location. If you wish to change 
the folder location, browse for a 
different location. If not, click "Next".
Step 4
Now you have completed the setup for 
the installation. Click "Next" to start 
installing the Navigator.
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Step 5
Installation is in progress.
Step 6
When the installation is completed, a 
dialog box tells you to check your 
mobile device screen to see if additional 
steps are necessary to complete this 
installation. Click "OK".
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Hardware installation
After switching on Mini Bluetooth GPS 9553 receiver, please follow steps below for installation 
instructions:
Step1
Create a  GPS 9553 shortcut.
1. Double-click the Bluetooth icon on the right 
bottom corner and select "Bluetooth Manager".
2. Click "New" on the bottom left corner.
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3. Click "Leadtek Bluetooth GPS" 
    icon.
4. Select "GPS OUTPUT" 
service and then click "Next".
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5. Click "Finish" to complete 
   the operation.
6. The following screen is shown 
when the operation is 
completed.
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Step 2
GPS bluetooth connection.
1. Click "Leadtek Bluetooth GPS: 
GPS Output" icon and choose 
"Connect".
2. A double-arrow on the icon indicates a 
current connection between PDA and 
Mini Bluetooth GPS.
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Step 1
Before testing Leadtek GPS 9553, please finish the installation of "Navigator" software on your 
Pocket PC.
Step 2
Testing steps are as below. Please do it step by step.
1. Select "Navigator". 2. Start the Navigator and then click "Tools".
Testing Leadtek GPS 9553 
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4. Choose a serial port in the PDA for the 
GPS. In most PDAs it should be COM6, 
click "OK" to begin GPS positioning.
3. Click  "Port Setting".
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5. The latitude longitude and position 
fix status will be shown on screen.
6. Click "View" then select "Signal Level", 
and you will see the satellites and CN 
ratio list. When GPS reception condition 
support 2D or 3D navigation, the satellite 
icons will appear green. Meanwhile, the 
device's LED light on the GPS will flash 
and appear green too.
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7. Click "View" and then select "Development", and 
the NMEA output messages from Leadtek GPS 
9553 will be displayed on the screen.
*PS: After using the navigator software, please remember to 
disconnect (click "Tool" -> Disconnect) or exit to release the COM 
PORT so it can be used by other navigation software.
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Appendix A. Limited Warranty
Leadtek warrants to the original purchaser of this product that it shall be free 
of defects resulting from workmanship or components for a period of one (1) 
year from the date of sale. Defects covered by this warranty shall be corrected 
either by repair or, at Leadtek's discretion by replacement. In the event of 
replacement, the replacement unit will be warranted for the remainder of the 
original one (1) year period or thirty (30) days, whichever is longer.
This Limited Warranty is non-transferable and does not apply if the product 
has been damaged by negligence, accident, abuse, misuse, modification, 
misapplication, shipment to the manufacturer or service by someone other 
than the Leadtek transportation charges to Leadtek are not covered by this 
limited warranty. To be eligible for warranty service, a defective product must 
be sent to and received by Leadtek within fifteen (15) months of the date of 
sale and be accompanied with proof of purchase. Leadtek does not warrant 
that this product will meet your requirements; it is your sole responsibility to 
determine the suitability of this product for your purposes. Leadtek does not 
warrant the compatibility of this product with your computer or related 
peripherals, software.
There are no other oral or written warranties, expressed or implied, including 
but not limited to those of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Leadtek's sole obligation and liability under this warranty is limited to the 
repair or replacement of a defective product. The manufacturer shall not; in 
any event, be liable to the purchaser or any third party for any incidental or 
consequential damages or liability in tort relating to this product or resulting 
from its use or possession.
The GPS system is operated by the government of the United States, which is 
solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. Although the GPS 15H & 
15L Products are precision electronic Navigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID
can be misused or misinterpreted, and therefore become unsafe. Use these 
products at your own risk. To reduce the risk, carefully review, and all aspects 
of these Technical Specifications before using the GPS 15H & 15L. When in 
actual use, carefully compare indications from the GPS to all available 
navigation sources including the information from other NAVAIDs, visual 
sightings, chart, etc. For safety, always resolve any discrepancies before 
continuing navigation.
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Appendix B. Cautions

Class B
The GPS 15H & 15L products comply with part 15 of the FCC interference limits 
for class B digital devices FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE. These limits are 
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a 
residential installation, and are more stringent than "outdoor" requirements.
Operation of this device is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may 
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference 
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if 
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful 
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that 
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause 
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by 
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try correcting the 
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which 
the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The GPS 15H & 15L products don't contain any user-serviceable parts. 
Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in permanent damage to the 
equipment, and void your warranty and your authority to operate this device under 
part 15 regulation
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ITE is subdivided into two categories denoted class A ITE and class B ITE.
Class A ITE
Class A ITE is a category of all other ITE which satisfies the Class A ITE limits but 
not the Class B ITE limits. Such equipment should not be restricted in its sale but the 
following warning shall be included in the instructions for use:
Class B ITE
Class B ITE is a category of apparatus which satisfies the Class B ITE disturbance 
limits. Class B ITE is intended primarily for use in the domestic environment and may 
include:
- equipment with no fixed place of use; for example, portable equipment powered 
by built-in batteries;
- telecommunication terminal equipment powered by a telecommunication network;
- personal computers and auxiliary connected equipment.
Warning
This is a Class A product. In a domestc environment this product may 
cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take 
adequate measures.
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Appendix C. GPS FAQ
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Q: Why does the GPS positioning fail, even though the satellite signal appears to 
be normal on my PDA?
A: The reason might be that the GPS has not been used for a while, and the GPS 
needs to be reset. You may follow the steps below to reset for positioning with 
"Cold Start" under "Navigator" application utility.
1. Tools     Port Setting     set the "Com Port" and "baud rate" to 4800     click 
"OK".
2. Tools     Command     select "Cold Start"     click "OK".
Q: Why does the position of the car drift around on the map even when my PDA is 
properly positioned?
A: This might be caused by unstable satellite signal and weak signal resulting 
from locating in heavily blocked areas, which affect the positioning of the car 
onto the map.
Q: Why are there no sign of signal transmission in my map utility program and 
positioning fails even though my GPS is connected?
A: This might be caused by incorrect COM Port setting. Most of the PDA map 
utility programs search for GPS device, and the GPS device is not found in this 
case. It is suggested that you set the COM Port settings manually instead.

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Q:  Why is the GPS device not found by the PDA map utility program after 
positioning is completed by the "Navigator"?
A: "Navigator" is an application utility that users can use to test for GPS.  After 
using "Navigator", you have to disconnect the GPS device in order to release 
the COM Port before proceeding with the positioning by your PDA map utility 
program. Otherwise, the COM Port will still be occupied by  Navigator , and the 
PDA map utility program will not find the GPS device.
Q: Why can't I get the positioning to work with my GPS at home or areas by the 
windows?
A: GPS is really used for outdoor positioning navigation, and the satellite signal is 
difficult to be received at home. Especially, it takes a while to get the 
positioning to work for the very first time. Therefore, positioning must be done 
outdoors where satellite signal can be received.
Q: Why can't I install "Navigator" application utility on my PDA?
A: "Navigator" application utility can be installed directly on most of the PDAs.
For those PDA models that have installation problems, you can search for a file 
called "Navigator.ARM.CAB" among the installation files. Copy this file to any 
folder on your PDA, and install "Navigator" application utility by clicking on the 
file directly.
Q: Under what circumstances do I have to perform "Cold Start"?
A: If the positioning usage time is longer than two weeks or the location of 
positioning is greater than 500 km away from the previous location of 
positioning, then you will need to perform "Cold Start".

CODE: LR9553
P/N: W0500950
Mini Bluetooth GPS 9553 
Quick Installation Guide
Version A
October  2004
International Headquarters
18th Fl., 166, Chien-Yi Rd.
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Phone: +886  (0)2  8226  5800
Fax: +886  (0)2  8226  5801
http://www.leadtek.com.tw
E-Mail: gpssales@leadtek.com.tw
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Leadtek Research Inc.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the 
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may 
cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications (including the antennas) made to this device that are not 
expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’ s authority to operate the 
equipment.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation 
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device and its antenna 
must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or 
transmitter.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital 
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide 
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not 
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference 
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not 
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to 
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and 
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the 
following measures:
---Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
---Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
---Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the 
receiver is connected.
---Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other 
antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an 
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a 
minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.
Any changes or modifications(including the antennas)made to this device that are not 
expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the 
equipment.