Setting Up the Bluetooth GPS Receiver
Receiving Satellite Signals
User’s Guide
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Satellite signals are received quicker at specific times of the day. For example, at 10 A.M., you
can receive signals under a minute since there are more satellites visible in the sky. At 3 P.M.,
you may not receive signals because only two satellites are visible in the sky
.
Buildings can block satellite signals. Setting up the GPS receiver in a vertical window blocks at
least 50% of the sky. Trees also can block satellite signals.
A window with a Southern view, rather than Northern view, should be used to receive signals.
The Bluetooth GPS Receiver needs at least three satellite connections. Using Navigation Sys-
tem, check the GPS Receiver status as follows:
Tap the
View
tab >
GPS Info
.
Tap the
Menu
button >
GPS
icon.
The GPS Info screen displays.
The Bluetooth GPS receiver performs at its best when the battery is fully
charged. If you are at a location receiving weak signals, verify the Bluetooth
GPS receiver is connected to the DC power charger.
The strongest GPS connection has 4 or more satellites available and the vehicle position dis-
plays in green on the map. If there are 3 satellites available, the vehicle displays in yellow on
the map. If less than three satellites, the vehicle displays in red on the map.
If the iPAQ PocketPC loses connection with a GPS device, tap
Tools
>
GPS Options
>
Auto
Detect
>
OK
for Navigation System to search for GPS Devices.
