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Enhancing GPS Performance
Sometimes the GPS feature is unable to complete a location calculation successfully. You hear an
audible tone indicating that your radio cannot see the satellites.
To maximize the ability of your radio to determine a location fix please note the following guidelines:
• Stay in the open — The GPS feature works best where there is nothing between your radio and a
large amount of open sky. If possible, go outside, away from tall buildings and foliage. While the
performance in a building is improved by moving closer to windows, glass with certain sun shielding
films may block satellite signals.
• Position your radio to enhance reception — Signals from GPS satellites are transmitted to your
GPS antenna, which is in your radio antenna. Hold your radio away from your body, giving the
antenna clear access to satellite signals. Do not cover the antenna area with your fingers or
anything else.
• Stand still — If possible, stand still until your radio is finished determining your location. Moving your
radio at a walking pace while your radio is calculating your approximate location may substantially
decrease GPS performance.
Enabling GPS
Procedure:
1 From the home screen, press the MENU key.
2 Select Location → Interface.
3 Select On.
NOTICE: Your service provider can enable this feature.
GPS Icon
When GPS is enabled, the following icon is displayed in the status icon area:
Depending on the
current GPS state, the icon can be solid – GPS has a fix, or blinking – GPS is searching for a fix. The
blinking GPS icon can be disabled/enabled by your service provider.
GPS Different Location Displays
Table 15: Different Location Displays
Latitude / Longitude UK Coordinates Irish Coordinates
Time Time Time
Latitude 2–Letter Code 1–Letter Code
Longitude Easting and Northing Coordinate Easting and Northing Coordinate
Altitude Altitude Altitude
Satellites Satellites Satellites
Chapter 4: GPS Location Service
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