[aprssig] Kenwood TH-D7 GPS connector grounding

[Robert Bruninga]

Very interesting!  
Making your own top-mount GPS for the D7 just like the new
VX8R...

If I understand what you are suggesting...

Using a tiny GPS like the one from Byonics, taping off the D7 +V
from the existing D7 external power connector center pin, and
GND via the GPS shield connector (and having a 5v regulator
somehwere in line..) 

> So, I'm still working on mounting a GPS unit 
> on top of my TH-D7.  For the curious, pictures at:
> http://home.wavecable.com/~ko6th/Ham_Radio-IMG_0232.jpg  
> http://home.wavecable.com/~ko6th/Ham_Radio-IMG_0233.jpg.
> The GPS unit is an EM-406A from Sparkfun.com; 
> runs on 4.5 to 6.5v....
>... So, I want to tap into the 
> main battery pack...

Bob,wb4apr