GPS Module Test Using Arduino and TinyGPS++ Library
This project demonstrates how to interface a GPS module with an Arduino using the TinyGPS++ library.
The setup reads and decodes GPS data to display the current latitude, longitude, altitude, date, and time.
This information is useful for various applications, including navigation, tracking, and mapping.
Components Needed
- Arduino UNO
- GPS Module (e.g., NEO-6M)
- Breadboard
- Jumper Wires
- Power supply 12 v
Block Diagram
Hardware Wiring Explanation:
GPS Module to Arduino:
Connect the TX pin of the GPS module to digital pin 4 on the Arduino (RXPin).
Connect the RX pin of the GPS module to digital pin 3 on the Arduino (TXPin).
Connect the VCC pin of the GPS module to the 5V pin on the Arduino.
Connect the GND pin of the GPS module to the GND pin on the Arduino.
Software (Arduino IDE):
Open the Arduino IDE on your computer.
Write or paste the provided program into the IDE.
Select the correct board and port in the Arduino IDE under the Tools menu.
Upload the program to the Arduino.
Power the Arduino
Plug the Arduino into a USB port or power it with an external adapter.
Monitor the Output:
Open the Serial Monitor in the Arduino IDE by selecting Tools - Serial Monitor.
Set the baud rate to 9600 in the Serial Monitor.
Observe the GPS data (latitude, longitude, altitude, date, and time) printed on the Serial Monitor.
Project Operation
Initialization:
The Arduino initializes serial communication at 9600 baud for both the Serial Monitor and the GPS module.
A message "GPS Module Test" is printed to the Serial Monitor.
Reading GPS Data:
The software serial port reads data from the GPS module.
The TinyGPS++ library decodes the data to extract useful information such as latitude, longitude, altitude, date, and time.
When new data is available, it is printed to the Serial Monitor.