User Manual Part 2

16 Using Global Positioning System (GPS)
on your HP iPAQ
You can use your HP iPAQ to connect to GPS satellites and determine your exact location on the Earth.
You can also download maps from the Internet, to help you navigate from one location to another.
1. Set up the HP iPAQ.
2. Verify you have Internet access on your HP iPAQ by visiting a Web site such as
http://www.hp.com.
3. Verify the correct date and time on your HP iPAQ.
4. Go to the location where the GPS Map is stored (ie On Device or Memory Card) and launch the
navigation application.
NOTE: Please refer to the detailed instructions from the navigation software vendor on how to use the
navigation application, as it varies from country/region.
It is recommended that you download all GPS maps to a memory card that is compatible with your
specific HP iPAQ. This prevents you from losing your map data due to a possible power loss or a need
to perform a clean reset on the HP iPAQ.
WARNING! When using hardware and software navigation aids, in a vehicle or elsewhere, it is your
sole responsibility to place, secure, and use these aids in a manner that will not cause accidents,
personal injury, property damage, or obstruct your view. You are solely responsible for observing safe
driving practices. Do not operate this product while driving. Park the vehicle first. The HP iPAQ GPS
navigation solution is intended for automotive use only.
If you are going to use GPS navigation in your vehicle for an extended period of time, charge your
HP iPAQ using an Auto adapter.
Common reasons for interference when using GPS software:
Interference Type How to Avoid
Vehicles with thermal glass windows and windshields. Place the HP iPAQ where there is a clear view of the sky or on
the dashboard of a vehicle that does not have thermal glass
windows.
Equipment radiating Radio Frequency (RF) energy or emitting
strong electromagnetic radiation. For example, microwave
ovens, high-power cordless phones, CB radios,
Walkie-talkies, HAM equipment, or X-ray and MRI machines.
Move away from interference source or switch off the
interference source.
Tall buildings, large trees, and very cloudy or overcast skies. Move away from interference source so there is a clear view
of the sky.
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