--- product_id: 115165199 title: "DollaTek GPS Smart Antenna VK-172 NEW USB GPS Receiver Ublox7 for PC laptop Windows AU" brand: "dollatek" price: "€ 17.73" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Dolla Tek" url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/115165199-dollatek-gps-smart-antenna-vk-172-new-usb-gps-receiver store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # Ultra-fast 1s hot start 56-channel high sensitivity Sub-2.5m pinpoint accuracy DollaTek GPS Smart Antenna VK-172 NEW USB GPS Receiver Ublox7 for PC laptop Windows AU **Brand:** dollatek **Price:** € 17.73 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📍 Never lose your way—GPS precision that keeps you ahead of the pack! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** DollaTek GPS Smart Antenna VK-172 NEW USB GPS Receiver Ublox7 for PC laptop Windows AU by dollatek - **How much does it cost?** € 17.73 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/115165199-dollatek-gps-smart-antenna-vk-172-new-usb-gps-receiver) ## Best For - dollatek enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted dollatek brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Precision on Point:** Ublox7 chipset with KDS 0.5PPM TCXO ensures rock-solid GPS accuracy under 2.5 meters. - • **Lightning Fast Lock:** Experience near-instant positioning with a blazing 1-second hot start and 1-10Hz update rate. - • **Plug & Play Powerhouse:** Seamlessly connects via USB to Windows PCs and Raspberry Pi—no fuss, just instant GPS. - • **Sleek & Secure Mounting:** Compact ABS design with magnetic base and non-slip rubber pad for effortless vehicle or desktop placement. - • **All-in-One Satellite Support:** Hybrid GPS, GALILEO, and SBAS compatibility means global coverage wherever you roam. ## Overview The DollaTek GPS Smart Antenna VK-172 is a compact, high-sensitivity USB GPS receiver featuring a 56-channel Ublox7 chipset, ultra-fast 1-second hot start, and sub-2.5 meter accuracy. Compatible with Windows and Raspberry Pi, it supports GPS, GALILEO, and SBAS satellite systems, delivering reliable, real-time positioning updates at up to 10Hz. Its sleek ABS casing with magnetic mounting makes it perfect for professional use on laptops or vehicles, ensuring you stay connected and precisely located wherever your work or adventures take you. ## Description Description: GPS Smart Antenna VK-172 NEW USB GPS Receiver Ublox7 for PC Laptop Windows AU NMEA 0183 and ublox binary protocol support Supports Windows XP/Vista/7/8/CE. Chip: U-Blox (G-7020) Code C/A, 1.05 m stream Receiving frequency: L1 [1575.42MHz] Receiving channel: 56CH DGPS support [WAAS, EGNOS and MSAS] Positioning performance Less than 2.5m [Standalone] [50%] Rate: Less than 0.03 m/s Direction: Less than 0.5 degrees Synchronization accuracy: 1us Reference coordinate system: WGS-84 Max Elevation: 18000 m Maximum speed: 500 m/s. Acceleration: Less than 4g Electrical Properties Other parameters Tracking sensitivity: -162 dBm Standard clock pulse: 0.25Hz ~ 1 KHz Acquisition sensitivity: -160dBm Positioning Update Rate: 1Hz ~ 5Hz (1Hz by default) Acquisition time (average) USB Port Interface Cold start: 29 seconds Data rate: 9600bps Hot start: 28 seconds Operating temperature: -30 Celsius ~ +85 Celsius Hot start: 1 second AGPS: 3 seconds Use: Download the driver, Connect the VK16U6 to your equipment Put VK16U6 in a suitable place to receive the best GPS satellite signal. Open the navigation software, set the COM port and the transmission speed for the receiver; VK16U6 will start to provide you with GPS satellite positioning function. Package includes: 1 x USB GPS receiver Review: Small, simple and just works - Just worked, plugged into Pi Zero loaded and works. Seems to get PGS satellites sync quickly in doors Review: Great with Raspberry Pi and SignalK - Super easy to use with Raspberry Pi and SignalK/OpenCPN, just plug it in and set up the connection ## Features - Colour: white; Material: ABS; Dimension: 28mm×28m×8.4mm - Built-in 18*18*2(mm) patch antenna for smaller module demension demand. Adopts KDS 0.5PPM precision TCXO. Built-RTC crystal and picofarads capacitance faster hot start - 1-10Hz update rate positioning. Support AssistNow Online and AssisNow offline A-GPS services. GPS, GALILEO,SBAS (WAAS,EGNOS,MSAS,GAGAN) hybrid engine GPS Smart USB (VK-172) is a highly sensitive GPS receiver with low power consumption - It is built with Ublox7 architecture and USB interface, and non-slip rubber-pad with a magnetic mounting. It is easy to place on top of a vehicle to fix positioning ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07F6Y6DPT | | Antenna | Satellite | | AntennaDescription | Satellite | | Best Sellers Rank | 5 in GPS Antennas | | Box Contents | Product | | Brand | DollaTek | | Brand Name | DollaTek | | Colour | white | | Country of Origin | China | | Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 259 Reviews | | Impedance | 50 Ohms | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 28L x 28W x 8H millimetres | | Manufacturer | DollaTek | | Manufacturer Part Number | DollaTek | | Maximum Range | 2.5 Metres | | Maximum range | 2.5 Metres | | Model Number | DollaTek | | Number of Channels | 56 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of channels | 56 | | UPC | 742548985882 | ## Product Details - **Antenna:** Satellite - **Brand:** DollaTek - **Colour:** white - **Number of channels:** 56 - **Maximum range:** 2.5 Metres - **Product dimensions:** 28L x 28W x 8H millimetres - **UPC:** 742548985882 - **Manufacturer:** DollaTek - **Number of items:** 1 ## Images ![DollaTek GPS Smart Antenna VK-172 NEW USB GPS Receiver Ublox7 for PC laptop Windows AU - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31xdHGF2k-L.jpg) ![DollaTek GPS Smart Antenna VK-172 NEW USB GPS Receiver Ublox7 for PC laptop Windows AU - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41gif7PlaWL.jpg) ![DollaTek GPS Smart Antenna VK-172 NEW USB GPS Receiver Ublox7 for PC laptop Windows AU - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Am6H8gkYL.jpg) ![DollaTek GPS Smart Antenna VK-172 NEW USB GPS Receiver Ublox7 for PC laptop Windows AU - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61kw2KrSBaL.jpg) ![DollaTek GPS Smart Antenna VK-172 NEW USB GPS Receiver Ublox7 for PC laptop Windows AU - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41b4TwM997L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is it compatible with Raspberry Pi 4B?** A: I used a gps hat for my rapsberry pi setup. There is a huge choice, get one with a antennae ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Small, simple and just works *by C***E on 1 May 2026* Just worked, plugged into Pi Zero loaded and works. Seems to get PGS satellites sync quickly in doors ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great with Raspberry Pi and SignalK *by D***N on 16 October 2025* Super easy to use with Raspberry Pi and SignalK/OpenCPN, just plug it in and set up the connection ### ⭐⭐⭐ Long Time-To-First-Fix *by I***M on 23 February 2025* Pros: Adjustable fix rate (on Linux: "gpsctl -c 0.1" successfully adjusts rate to 10Hz). Very small profile. Cons: This receiver takes a very long time to get a fix, typically hours, sometimes days, and will not fix or track indoors. ## Frequently Bought Together - DollaTek GPS Smart Antenna VK-172 NEW USB GPS Receiver Ublox7 for PC laptop Windows AU - Raspberry Pi Zero 2W - PiSugar 3 Portable 1200 mAh UPS Lithium Battery Pwnagotchi Power Module for Raspberry Pi-Zero W/WH Model Accessories handhold(Not Include Raspberry Pi) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.gr/products/115165199-dollatek-gps-smart-antenna-vk-172-new-usb-gps-receiver](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/115165199-dollatek-gps-smart-antenna-vk-172-new-usb-gps-receiver) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-08-18*