uPatch OEM GPS Receiver Powers Tritech GPS Mouse

Tritech Ltd. (Israel), a distributor of electronic components, has chosen to include the Fastrax uPatch receiver module in the new Tritech GPS Mouse product. The Tritech GPS Mouse is a compact, standalone GPS unit suited for PC, automotive and industrial applications requiring a cost-effective, external NMEA-only receiver. The unit features a rugged, small-footprint ABS plastic housing; USB, CMOS or RS232 serial connectors; and connectivity to a battery backup for low-power modes (optional).

The Tritech GPS Mouse is based on the Fastrax uPatch102 receiver family, which uses the Sony CXD2951-GL4 single chip with an integrated high-performance patch antenna and provides added application flexibility through a selectable baud rate feature.

All Fastrax uPatch receiver modules offer very high navigation performance and are ideal for applications in which high performance and low cost are key issues. Typical Hot Start Time to First Fix (TTFF) is 3 seconds, while state-of-the-art signal acquisition and tracking circuitry enables reliable navigation with weak signals and in difficult environments.