Customer Reviews

Holux M1000 32 Channel MTK Bluetooth GPS Receiver

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The receiver works fine. It seems to operate about the same as my last receiver (Holux GPSlim 236), which was stolen out of my car at the "full service" car wash. The 236 was a SiRF III chipset, and didn't acquire as many satellites, but was reliable for the 2-3 years I had it. I read some bad reviews about Blue-tooth dying in the current 236, so I opted to try a different unit this time.

This M-1000 works the same, but it doesn't use a SiRF III chip set. The M-1000 connects to more satellites, but this doesn't really help make things works any differently or better for me. I am using TomTom Navigator 6 on my Treo 755p, and as long as I get multiple satellites, it just works. I have periodic issues with my Treo not syncing to the receiver. My previous GPSlim 236 had the same problem, but seemed to have them less often. Usually, I can just wait, or power the receiver off and back on, and it will connect fine. Seems to be able to connect inside when my GPSlim 236 might not have been able to, so I think it has a little better sensitivity. Battery life is good, though I haven't really tried to see how long it lasts. I only have to recharge it after I forget that it is on leave it going all day and overnight.

I have not tried the included software, but I never have needed to, so I can't comment on it.

I love the configuration I have. I like Garmins more than TomTom Navigator 6, but having TomTom on my phone is AWESOME! Some phones have GPS mappig capabilities, but they don't have voice guidance which is what TomTom provides. The Holux receiver is small, so it fits in my pocket or in a cubbyhole in my car dash.

Good value at the price.

I bought this to use its Bluetooth capabilities to link to an Aokatec Bluetooth adapter with my Nikon cameras. The Holux charges quickly and if taken outdoors with quickly lock on to the necessary satellites to get a fix. The blinking LED status lights make it easy to see when the receiver has a lock. Then all I do is turn on the camera with the Aokatech Bluetooth adapter in the 10-pin port and I have GPS data locations added to every picture I take.

While shooting I put the Holux in an outer pocket of the camera bag or a pant pocket where it continues to receive satellite info and pass it to the camera. It is convenient with its very small size - about that of a match box.

As the Holux is only sending out location data using the Bluetooth connection to whatever other device you are using the connection and how you setup the other device are what determines success or failure. With the Nikon cameras it is child's play and I found the same to be true when using Google Maps on both laptops with XP and Windows 7 operating systems. I never have bothered with the software from Holux other than to add 3 updates to the receiver's firmware. Very nice that Holux generates these updates which are very easy to install with a USB cable between the Holux and the computer. Any powered USB connection will recharge the Holux so no extra charger needs to be packed for travel with the device.

Before you try to hook it up to another electronic device it is a good idea to research how well that other device implements GPS in the first place and how stable the Bluetooth connection is likely to be. I have had very little success with keeping Bluetooth mice linked to Windows computers so if the GPS worked it would be great and if it did not it would not be a big surprise.

Absolutely one of the best products I ever owned. This GPS antenna does everything the manufacturer claims and it does it superbly. I bought it specifically to use with a Blackberry 8300 smart phone. Pairing with the Blackberry was straightforward with no hiccups and it works flawlessly. I also can used it with my Bluetooth equipped netbook PC and it is compatible with all Blackberry and PC map software I've tried it with. Satellite recognition is excellent. On average, it tracks 8-9 out of 12 satellites every time and acquires them in nanoseconds. It would be a little more convenient if it had a key chain feature like several competing products but I can't imagine any comparable product outperforming this receiver.

not so accurate whit 4 sat locked in slight drift. Short warm up time, battery life is long. works well with my nokia 3060, palm pro, macbook pro, axim

Pretty amazing little device. It locks on to satellites in seconds, and is very quick. I'm using it with my Dell Axim x50v with no problems. With TomTom it very accurately tells your position, and reacquires the link within a second after going through a tunnel.

It has 3 lights.

Red: Battery status. Unlit means battery is fine.
Blue: Bluetooth. Blinking means it has a connection.
Red: Satellite. Blinking means it has acquired satellite links.

The manual is fairly worthless, but there is another manual which is much better that you can download from Holux.

It came with a Free Universal PDA/Smartphone Mount.
Believe it or not, this is a pretty nice mount. It hooked into my car vent just fine, with little effort. The sides expand out (from a button in the back) to hold the pda. 2 small feet open from the bottom. Padded insides (all around, even on the feet) make sure the pda is snug. There is a plastic tightening knob on the back so you can angle it any way you want.

I didn't try the included Smart2go nav software. I paid 42.00 + 3.50 shipping.

Recibi el paquete, lo malo es que no era el que yo habia seleccionado sino otra marca, el envio no tenia los datos adecuados por lo que tuve problemas para recibirlo. El que recibi si funciona bien, no me quejo pero si me iban a enviar otro debieron haber avisado...

The Software is extremely bad and hard to figure out (and I'm a computer geek).
The unit I got wouldn't pair with my HTC PDA nor would the software see its signal.
I tried TomTom software - It couldnt be seen.

If that wasnt a bad enough experience the seller would entertain the fact that the product was faulty. Beware of this sellers return policy. Read it carefully. I never had such a bad experience. I returned the inoperative product to buyGPSnow. With no refund notification for over a week I quizzed them. They eventually refunded 60% of what I paid. They informed me shipping cost is not refundable, charged me 15% restocking fee and charged $8.95 for the un-return free gift. So the FREE gift is $8.95.
I just wanted the refund I deserve. I will use Amazon again and again, but will steer clear of buyGPSnow. " July 2, 2008