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    Using GPS-622R module with OEM CF18/19 GPS kit plastic cover?

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by Wallace_D, Jan 14, 2014.

  1. Wallace_D

    Wallace_D Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi,
    I have an RF Solutions GPS-622R module that's been hanging around doing nothing for a while, that I think might be the cheapest way of adding GPS to my CF18. As it's a complete module including patch antenna and chipset, the whole thing needs to be outside the metal chassis of the Toughbook, and I'd rather not disassemble it. Does anyone know if it will fit in the space under the standard CF18/19 OEM GPS antenna cover? Looks like it might do from photos I've seen, perhaps with a bit of modification to the cover.
    If anyone's got the OEM kit, could they measure the internal dimensions of the cover for me?

    There's always Sugru if the cap doesn't fit ;)

    Thanks.
     
    Wallace_D, Jan 14, 2014
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    mklym Notebook Evangelist

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    23/32" x 23/32" between the ribs, 15/16" x 15/16" between sides without the ribs and 1" x 1 1/16" in the gasket opening, 25/32" deep to outside edge. Hope that is accurate enough. Good luck with the project.
     
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  3. Wallace_D

    Wallace_D Notebook Enthusiast

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    So ... 23.8x23.8mm. The module is 22x22, so if I can cut out the ribs a bit, it should work. Excellent. Thanks :)
     
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    Ah ha! I thought that ebay seller's name looked familiar. Toughasnails - you have ebay email ;)
     
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    I am at work until 4 am but will send you a PM then
     
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    Toughbook Drop and Give Me 20!

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    Blair is a professional Vampire... he has to be home before sun up! LOL
     
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