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# USB GPS

#### Instructions for Capturing Vehicle Position with VAN PI Core and USB-GPS Device

**Requirements:**

* **VAN PI Core with VAN PI OS** as the operating system.
* A **standard USB-GPS device** that supports the **NMEA protocol**.
* An available **USB1 port**.

**Step-by-Step Guide:**

1. **Prepare the VAN PI Core System:**
   * Ensure that the VAN PI Core system is up and running and properly configured.
2. **Connect the GPS Device:**
   * Plug the **USB-GPS device** into the **USB1 port**. It is essential to use the USB1 port to ensure the GPS device is correctly recognized.
3. **Detect the GPS Device:**
   * Once the USB-GPS device is connected to USB1, VAN PI Core will automatically detect the device.
4. **Receive GPS Signal and Determine Position:**
   * Wait for the GPS device to receive a signal and determine the position. This process may take a few minutes depending on the environment.
5. **Display the Position:**
   * To display the current position on a map, ensure that **the map feature is enabled in the system settings**. Additionally, an **internet connection** is required for the map to function correctly.

By following these steps, you can easily and effectively capture the vehicle's position using VAN PI Core and a standard USB-GPS device.


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