Sierra Wireless Overdrive Pro 3G, User Manual

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56 Using Your Device
5.
In the GPS Information and Settings window, set
GPS Mode
to
One-time
, and click
Get fix now
.
(The top part of the window shows your location information.)
Viewing Your Current Location in a Web Browser
1.
Make sure GPS is enabled and you’re connected to the 3G or 4G network.
2.
For best results, minimize the number of obstructions between your device and the GPS
satellites.
3.
In the horizontal row of buttons (across the top of the home page), click
Map Me
( ).
Performing a Location Search
To perform a search for establishments near your current location:
1.
Make sure GPS is enabled and you’re connected to the 3G or 4G network.
2.
In the horizontal row of buttons (across the top of the home page), move the mouse over Map Me
( ) to display a row of icons:
3.
Click one of these icons to search for:
The results of the search are displayed in a new browser window or tab.
Tip: You can also display location information from Advanced Settings > WAN > GPS — click Get fix
now . Alternatively, you can view your current location in a Web browser. (See “Viewing Your Current
Location in a Web Browser” on page 56.)
Text (search string) that you enter.
Electronics-related businesses
Restaurants
Local hotels
Local banks (ATM machines)
Local gas stations
Local coffee shops
Note: If a window displays “GPS Fix in Progress,” please wait while your device obtains a GPS location fix.

When a location fix has been acquired, your Web browser will display the mapping results.