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Contour+2 User Manual
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HOW TO GET THE BEST GPS PERFORMANCE
Your Contour+2 is most efficient in obtaining a Position Fix when it is under
an open sky. Some factors that can improve the camera’s ability to get a
Position Fix include:
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Be outdoors. GPS will not work indoors or under overhead obstructions.
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Avoid tall buildings, cliffs, or objects blocking the view to the sky
or horizon.
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Avoid being in a natural or urban canyon where the satellite signals can
bounce around before getting to the camera.
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Stay out from under trees with thick foliage overhead.
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Keep the camera stationary until a Position Fix is acquired.
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Do not have the Record Slider (where the GPS antenna is located)
obscured by clothing, other equipment, or the user’s body.
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Make sure that no other devices nearby are emitting electronic noise that
could interfere with the camera’s antenna.
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Connect the camera to Contour Storyteller or the Contour Connect mobile
app so that it can get an updated GPS Assist file.
Troubleshooting the GPS system
Under ideal conditions (see Getting A Position Fix pg 14), your Contour+2
can obtain an initial Position Fix within 10 seconds. If your camera has not
obtained a Position Fix within two minutes, follow these steps:
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Connect to Contour Storyteller or the Contour Connect mobile app to
install the latest GPS Assist file to the camera.
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Take your Contour+2 outside and ensure you're under an open sky.
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Press and release the Status Button.
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The GPS Status LED will flash green and should turn solid green within
40 seconds.