User's Manual Part 2

GeoExplorer 2008 Series User Guide 65
Using the GPS receiver 5
Starting the GPS field software
Do one of the following:
• From the Today screen, tap the GPS softkey in the menu bar.
• Tap / Programs and then select the GPS field software, for example GPS
Controller.
When you first open any Trimble GPS field software, the Skyplot section is displayed.
Viewing available GPS satellites
Use the graphical Skyplot section or the Satellite Info
section in the Trimble GPS field software to view
detailed GPS information, and to adjust the quality and
yield of the GPS positions you are receiving.
Note – To receive signals from GPS satellites, the handheld
must have a clear view of the sky. GPS positions may not
always be available, particularly in or near buildings, in
vehicles, or under tree canopy.
Resetting the GPS receiver
Trimble GPS field applications all have options to reset the receiver to:
• delete the almanac
• delete information stored on the last known position
• restart the receiver
• reset the GPS receiver to factory default settings