BU353 and CF

[asp_777]

Originally Posted by MacGyver357

David,

I am using version 2.1. Presently 80% of the time CF does not see by GPS unit regardless if the computer is coming out of hibernation or is a cold boot. When it doesn't see it what can sometimes work is going into advanced settings and reselecting the com port of the gps and saving. You say that 2.1 refreshes the comm setting, but if that's the case how does it not work in this case?
All my hardware is listed in my profile, if you think there may be a problem in the configuration I have please let me know.

I have exactly the same problem...I've tried all I know and it keeps being random. That's what so confusing

[MarcelP]

In our forum also user reported problems with gps.

[HiJack]

Originally Posted by MarcelP

In our forum also user reported problems with gps.

Its really odd that people are having issues with the BU353. I also use this GPS unit. Mind you I did have issues with the GPS, when coming out of hibernation the unit would not appear. I had to unplug the unit then plug back in. Once I installed X-Port though, this fixed the issue. My only problem now is on cold days the GPS unit takes awhile to warm up and connect to SATs.

[MarcelP]

I think the best solution is a gps with a direct serial connection, what i currently have.

[_Dejan_]

I have BU-353 on test. and work ok for now, but Im not try use hibernate or cold boot.
Im plug it when windows completely boot and then start CF...
Tomorrow I will try if I will have hibernate issue too. But on old carpc with CF 1.47 Im normaly use hibernate...

[KORAIL]

Originally Posted by asp_777

I have exactly the same problem...I've tried all I know and it keeps being random. That's what so confusing

you can download driver here for fixed your issue
i tested hibernate & suspend mode
if you does not fix the problems, you can try useing with xport.

PL-2303 USB to Serial Bridge (H, HX, X) Installshield Driver Setup Program
v2.0.2.5 for Win2K/XP/2003 (XP Logo Certified)
For Prolific USB VID_067B&PID_2303 Only
note: Microsoft Serial Ballpoint issue fixed(for GPS).

PL-2303 Driver Installer for GPS.zip - Win2K/XP/2003 download
PL-2303_Vista_Driver_Installer - vista download
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CP210x USB to UART Bridge VCP Drivers

Download for Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista (v5.30) - download

[_Dejan_]

Im forgot. I don't use drivers from CD. Im download it direct from GlobalSat web site.

[bybyte]

PLEASE READ! POSSIBLE SOLUTION FOR GPS NAVIGATION PROBLEMS!
My problem started after updating from CF 1.2 to 2.0 where CF fails to initialize the GPS device (BU353) Then I tried X-port with no success (It helped but still didn't open the port randomly)
Recently upgraded to CF 2.1, but same problem persist (Won't initializa GPS randomly)
THIS IS WHAT WORKED FOR ME!:
Downloaded and installed the 7 day trial of "FRANSON GPS GATE" and it solved my issues immediately. This is a $12.00 application smilar to X-port, but specialized in GPS devices9 Such as Garmin, USB GPS, Bluetooth GPS, NMEA, etc)
The trial can be downloaded from GPS splitter, simulator and logger. Serial port splitter. - Franson GpsGate
GOOD LUCK!
Bybyte Infotainment Solutions

[MarcelP]

Originally Posted by _Dejan_

I have BU-353 on test. and work ok for now, but Im not try use hibernate or cold boot.
Im plug it when windows completely boot and then start CF...
Tomorrow I will try if I will have hibernate issue too. But on old carpc with CF 1.47 Im normaly use hibernate...

Any News _Dejan_?

Wich Protokoll do you use with your BU-353?? SIRF? NMEA?

[_Dejan_]

Im not test it because this days I have been very busy...
I use NMEA and 4800baud rate. I use drivers from globalsat page for windows xp.