BLGPS 2M HP

APRS Transmitter with Integrated GPS

CNSP sets new amateur balloon record of 136,545' using BeeLine 2 Meter GPS!

~~Project Blue Horizon sets new amateur balloon altitude record of 135,030' using BeeLine 2 Meter GPS!~~

The 2 meter BLGPS is the world's first and smallest completely integrated GPS/APRS transmitter with GPS receiver designed for portable use. The sensitive SiRF III GPS obtains lock even in the most difficult urban environments. Powered by 6xAA, Lithium Poly batteries, or automotive power (12-16V). Onboard memory records waypoints for later download to Google Earth. Smart Beaconing and time slotting are supported, and the unit is frequency agile across the entire 2 meter band! Optional Trimble Lassen IQ GPS Module available for those high altitude attempts!

Live Demo -- Track K7RKT-2

More Package Options

Key Features:

	Frequency selectable operation throughout the 2 meter band (144.000 to 148.000 Mhz)
	Other bands (300-1000 Mhz) available upon request
	Power output more than 1 watt with 4 volt supply, 8 watts with 8-12 volt supply
	Your choice of High sensitivity SiRFstar III, or high altitude Trimble Lassen IQ GPS chipset -- both with integrated patch antenna
	Smart Beaconing(TM) for periodic operation
	TimeSlotting allows multiple transmitters to share same frequency based on GPS time
	Compatible with 144.390 APRS network
	Power via automobile power source, 6x AA batteries, or 7.2V Lithium Poly battery.
	Integrated linear voltage regulator for direct operation from 12V automotive supply
	Size: approximately 33mm x 90mm
	These boards do NOT have an integrated G-switch or any additional user inputs like the later version of the 70cm transmitter.
	Pricing: $275 for the board above including water resistant case (shown above) and serial interface.
	other packaging options described in more detail here.

Here a picture of the user interface -- note that it has the smart beaconing parameters listed: Download it by clicking here

And, document describing all of the parameters.

Latest software and firmware

Flash Upgrade utility version 11

Firmware version 116 Version 9 ( note about version and model numbers)

Windows programming utility version 053