Maps and locations
About location services
Use your device to find out where you are. There are two methods: GPS and wireless
networks. Enable the wireless networks option if you only need your approximate
location, and want it fast. If you want a more exact position, and have a clear view of the
sky, enable the GPS option. In situations where the wireless network connection is weak,
you should enable both options to ensure that your location is found.
Sony does not warrant the accuracy of any location services including but not limited to
navigational services.
Using GPS
Your device has a global positioning system (GPS) receiver that uses satellite signals to
calculate your location.
When you use features that require the GPS receiver to find your location, make sure you have
a clear view of the sky.
To enable GPS
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Tap
Settings
>
Location services
.
3
Mark the
GPS satellites
checkbox.
Getting the best performance
The first time you use the GPS it can take 5 to 10 minutes for your location to be found.
To help the search, make sure you have a clear view of the sky. Stand still and don't
cover the GPS antenna (the highlighted area in the image). The GPS signals can pass
through clouds and plastic, but not through most solid objects such as buildings and
mountains. If your location isn't found after a few minutes, move to another location.
Google Maps™
Track your current location, view real-time traffic situations and receive detailed
directions to your destination. Before taking trips, you can download and save maps to
your memory card to avoid high roaming costs.
The Google Maps™ application requires an Internet connection. You may incur data
connection charges when you connect to the Internet from your device. Contact your network
operator for more information. The Google Maps™ application may not be available in every
market, country or region.
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