Any better way to turn on GPS than BAF?

[pickthecrowdup]

I'm looking for a way to turn GPS on for Windows Live Search. I don't want to have to use the today screen plugin since I am using Manila 2D on my 6800. Is there a standalone program that will turn it on and leave it on until I turn it off? Google Maps won't connect without the plugin either.
Also, even when I use it, it takes about 15 minute to locate the satellites. Too long!