From 052bc4349048e87fb4975c3e31fccb25f70205ec Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Bdale Garbee Date: Sun, 8 Jun 2014 18:53:01 -0600 Subject: [PATCH] announce TeleGPS --- bdale/blog/posts/TeleGPS_v1.0.mdwn | 51 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 51 insertions(+) create mode 100644 bdale/blog/posts/TeleGPS_v1.0.mdwn diff --git a/bdale/blog/posts/TeleGPS_v1.0.mdwn b/bdale/blog/posts/TeleGPS_v1.0.mdwn new file mode 100644 index 0000000..20e7435 --- /dev/null +++ b/bdale/blog/posts/TeleGPS_v1.0.mdwn @@ -0,0 +1,51 @@ +[[!tag tags/rockets]] + +Keith and I are pleased to announce the immediate availability of TeleGPS +v1.0! + +[TeleGPS](http://altusmetrum.org/TeleGPS) is our response to the many +requests we've received for an easy-to-use tracking-only board that just +provides GPS position information over radio. Combining the +same uBlox Max 7Q GPS receiver used in +[TeleMega](http://altusmetrum.org/TeleMega) and +[TeleMetrum v2.0](http://altusmetrum.org/TeleMetrum) with a +16mW transmitter yields a board that is 1.5 x 1.0 inches (38.1 x 25.4 mm). + +As usual for our products, TeleGPS is designed for use under FCC Part 97 +(ham radio) rules or equivalent authorization. In addition to the GPS +receiver and UHF radio transmitter, TeleGPS includes on-board flash data +storage and a micro USB connector for configuration, post-flight data +download, and to power a LiPo battery charger. + +TeleGPS works with our existing ground station products and/or any radio +equipped with APRS support, and also emits audible radio direction finding +beeps. While TeleGPS can be used with our existing +[AltosUI](http://altusmetrum.org/AltOS) and +[AltosDroid](http://altusmetrum.org/AltosDroid) ground station software, +Keith is working on a simpler, dedicated application optimized for use +with TeleGPS. + +Altus Metrum products are available directly from +[Bdale's web store](https://shop.gag.com), and from these distributors: + + * United States + * [Apogee Components](http://www.apogeerockets.com) + * [Bay Area Rocketry](http://bayarearocketry.com) + * [Chris' Rocket Supplies](http://csrocketry.com) + * Australia + * [Australian Rocketry](http://www.ausrocketry.com) + * Italy + * [SierraFoxHobbies](http://www.sierrafoxhobbies.com) + * Netherlands + * [Rebel Space](http://rebelspace.eu) + * New Zealand + * [Aerospace Education](http://www.rockets.co.nz) + +All Altus Metrum products are completely open hardware and open source. +The hardware design details and all source code are openly available for +download, and advanced users are invited to join our developer community +and help to enhance and extend the system. You can learn more about +Altus Metrum products at [http://altusmetrum.org](http://altusmetrum.org). + +Thank you all for your continuing support of Altus Metrum, and we hope +to see you on a flight line somewhere soon! -- 2.30.2