Original User: jraines
Is there a way to specify the COM port for your GPS receiver even if Explorer doesn't identify that a receiver is connected? I have a Dell XFR XT2 (ruggedized laptop/tablet) with a built in GPS and Explorer doesn't recognize it however I use it successfully in other programs.
Is there a way to specify the COM port for your GPS receiver even if Explorer doesn't identify that a receiver is connected? I have a Dell XFR XT2 (ruggedized laptop/tablet) with a built in GPS and Explorer doesn't recognize it however I use it successfully in other programs.
Hi,
what port does it typically come through on when using other SW? The code blocks COM1 and COM3. Are you getting the COM Port settings form appearing? It should list all of the ports available to you including virtual ports, with the exception of the two aforementioned ports. It won't show if it doesn't detect other ports within the ports list that I get from the OS.
I think I can get a loan of a similar laptop to test with. In the meantime you might try changing the port name for the built in GPS. Also, look to see that the port settings form hasn't been placed behind the app on screen, it will not not appear on the task bar as an object to click to bring to the front (fyi).
hope this helps,
Edan