GPS Stack - physical build

So this project is to build a simple GPS locator using an Arduino compatible controller, a LinkSprite GPS Shield and a LinkSprite LCD shield.

The specification for the Arduino allows the stacking of shields. What you do need to ensure is that there are no conflicts over pins.

 The controller is the Ciseco Xino RF board.

There is nothing overly important about using this rather than an Arduino UNO, except this board uses a mini USB socket for power so the DC in socket is the highest point.

The GPS shield fits on top. Aligning the pins is a bit worrying as they are a bit delicate and the LinkSprite assembly is a bit squint.

The topping on the stack is the LCD shield.

The alignment issues are clear on the sockets on the photograph above.

Here is the assembled stack.

The DC in socket contacts the

LinkSprite GPS Shield

The LinkSprite GPS shield provides GPS data for Arduino and compatible microcontrollers.

Another purchase from Maplin, this has not particularly good instructions. The photograph on the instructions page is unclear as to how to set up the shorting pins to select the serial port.

The shield takes an SD card, note that due to its advanced age, it only takes SD cards - not SDHC and above. It is a bit difficult to find 2GB cards.

References:

http://linksprite.com/wiki/index.php5?title=GPS_Shield_With_SD_Card_Slot_for_Arduino_V2.0_B