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GPS Antenna Installation
The Navigation system determines its position by communicating with the Global Positioning
Satellites through its GPS antenna. The waterproof antenna may be mounted inside or
outside of the vehicle. If you opt for interior mounting, keep in mind that the GPS antenna
can normally not "see" through metal. You can place the antenna on the front of the
dashboard close to the front windshield. The GPS antenna must be placed at least 10cm
away from any physical obstruction and Metal parts. The antenna has an internal magnet
and attaches to sheet or use double side adhesive. Route the he cable to the interior through
a front window or door seal.
Cars with electrical heating in the front windshield or with a metal coated front windshield
(heat resistant windshield) can have reduced reception of the GPS signal, please consult
your car dealer for more information. Mostly there is a special place on the front windshield
which is free of these obstacles and for the GPS antenna to receive clear signals. In rare
occasions the antenna needs to be installed outside the interior of the car, for example under
the hood’s plastic part of the windshield wipers compartment.
