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Leadtek GPS 9553® Series 
Wireless Bluetooth GPS 
User Manual
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Preface
About this manual
Congratulations on purchasing the Leadtek GPS 9553 Series Wireless Bluetooth 
Receiver. The GPS 9553 Series consists of the GPS 9553 and the GPS 9553X 
models. This manual provides information about the product features, applica-
tions, and usage. Read this document carefully before using the product to avoid 
difficulties while using it.
Copyright
Copyright 2005 Leadtek Research Inc®. All rights reserved.
No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form or by any 
means without the prior written consent of Leadtek Research Inc. Leadtek makes 
no warranties with respect to this documentation and disclaims any implied war-
ranties of merchantability, quality, or fitness for any particular purpose. The 
information in this document is subject to change without notice. Leadtek 
reserves the right to make revisions to this publication without obligation to 
notify any person or entity of any such changes.
Trademarks or brand names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trade-
marks of their respective owners.
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Safety instructions
Please read through the following safety instructions carefully to avoid damage 
to the product and to others while using the product.
• Be aware of traffic safety regulations. To prevent accidents, refrain from 
using the product while driving.
• Switch off the product during flights, especially during takeoff and landing, 
to avoid interference with flight communication systems.
• Follow the procedures described in this manual when using the product.
• Use only the accessories provided in the package to avoid damage to the 
products. If you need to replace any of the accessories, contact your vendor.
• The product does not contain any serviceable parts. Do not assemble or dis-
assemble the product. Please note that unauthorized service to the product 
will invalidate the product warranty.
• While connecting the product with other devices, refer to the user documen-
tation for the device to avoid damage to the device.
• While connecting the product with other devices, make sure that the they are 
compatible products.
• Do not use the cigarette lighter adapter while starting the car. A high voltage 
spike may be generated when you start up the car and cause damage to the 
product.
• If you need to remove or change the battery, press the tab at the back and 
slide the battery in the direction of the arrow. When inserting the battery, 
make sure it is inserted correctly. See “Changing the battery” on page 9.
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• Do not leave the GPS 9553 Series in your car unattended. The vehicle may 
be exposed to direct sunlight which can damage the product.
• When using the product for the first time, use it outdoors to determine your 
position with accuracy.
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Table of Contents
Introducing the Leadtek GPS 9553 Series Wireless Bluetooth 
Receiver
Features...................................................................................................... 2
Applications ............................................................................................... 2
Package contents........................................................................................ 3
About the Leadtek GPS 9553 Series Wireless Bluetooth Receiver........... 4
Getting started
Charging the battery................................................................................... 8
Changing the battery.................................................................................. 9
Installing the software.............................................................................. 10
Using the Leadtek GPS 9553 Series Wireless Bluetooth Re-
ceiver
Connecting to a Bluetooth device (PDA) ................................................ 11
Using WinFast Navigator ........................................................................ 15
Configuring the settings ..................................................................... 16
Viewing the location (Navigation)..................................................... 17
Viewing the signal levels (Signal Level) ........................................... 17
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Viewing NMEA output (Development)............................................. 18
Appendix
Specifications........................................................................................... 19
Limited warranty...................................................................................... 22
Safety cautions......................................................................................... 23
Frequently asked questions / troubleshooting.......................................... 23
Regulatory notices ................................................................................... 26
FCC Class B....................................................................................... 26
CE....................................................................................................... 27
ITE...................................................................................................... 27
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Introducing the Leadtek GPS 9553 Series Wireless Bluetooth Receiver
Introducing the Leadtek GPS 9553 Series Wire-
less Bluetooth Receiver
Thank you for purchasing the Leadtek GPS 9553 Series Wireless Bluetooth 
Receiver. The GPS 9553 Series consisting of the GPS 9553 and GPS 9553X 
models, is a slim, compact, and lightweight GPS (Global Positioning System) 
receiver with Bluetooth compatibility. Designed for portable devices such as 
smart phones and PDAs, the device offers the advantages of the SiRFStarIII 
chipset with its high sensitivity and low power consumption along with the con-
venience and ease of connectivity with Bluetooth-equipped devices. Now you 
can take advantage of the GPS 9553 Series along with a Bluetooth device such 
as a PDA or smart phone to locate your position with ease and accuracy. The 
device can also be used with the newly emerging Location Based Services (LBS) 
applications.
The GPS 9553 Series can be easily integrated with all navigation software appli-
cations to indicate your position. It has a standard NMEA output and is compati-
ble with all Palm OS and Pocket PC devices. With support from SiRFLoc 
software, the GPS 9553 Series also provides SiRFLoc multimode technology. It 
can determine your position with aid from the carrier networks through Blue-
tooth-equipped phones or determine it independently from satellite signals.
The SiRFLoc software must be supported by your local mobile service provider.
Note
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Introducing the Leadtek GPS 9553 Series Wireless Bluetooth Receiver
Features
• Latest SiRF Star III chipset
• 20 channels with All-In-View tracking and SiRFStar high sensitivity 
software
• Superior sensitivity for urban canyon and foliage environments
• Light-weight design and easy to carry
• Cold/Warm/Hot start time: 42/38/1 seconds
• On/off slide switch
• Two LED indicators to display Bluetooth and GPS status
• Specially designed Li-polymer battery
• Removable battery with back clip for GPS 9553
• Neck strap eyelet for GPS 9553X
• Compatible with Bluetooth-enabled phone and pocket PCs
• Dimensions: 61.4mm x 42.3mm x 25.4mm
• Weight: 45g with battery
Applications
• Hand-held device for personal positioning and navigation
• GPS applications in Bluetooth-enabled portable/personal devices such as 
PDAs, phones, and so on
• Car and marine navigation
• Fleet management and asset tracking
• AVL and location based services
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