The idea behind this project is to have a long lasting GPS data logger.

The selected module is the PMTK3339 GPS receiver provided by Adafruits on a breakout board.

An MSP430 is used to kick start the GPS module, this device has extensive options to reduce power consumption.

• How to compile code for MSP430 devices
• Use MSP430 features to reduce power consumption
• Manipulate coordinates
  • D° M' S"
  • Decimal degrees
  • etc..
• Discover NMEA data

Use the project Wiki to learn how to use the GUI & the API

Required packages:

# apt-get install binutils-msp430 gcc-msp430 msp430-libc mspdebug

compile the program with

make

I use mspdebug and an MSP430 launchpad to program my MCUs:

# mspdebug rf2500
# erase
# prog main.hex
# run