Motorola I355 manual Global Positioning System GPS

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Global Positioning System (GPS)

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Q. What is GPS?

 

 

A. The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite positioning system. A

 

constellation of satellites broadcasts signals around the world that can be used by GPS

 

receivers to determine positions using triangulation. The signals are free and can be

 

received anywhere on Earth where there is a clear view of the sky.

 

Q. How accurate is the GPS receiver?

 

A. GPS accuracy ranges from 20 meters to 100 meters. Most of the time, the GPS is

 

accurate within 30 meters, which is about 32 yards.

 

Q. What is an ideal GPS environment?

 

A. The GPS receiver requires an open, clear view of the sky. Buildings covered

 

parking areas, tunnels, and dense foliage can hinder the GPS signals. Weather

 

conditions do not impact the performance of GPS. If you are parked in a covered

 

parking lot or near a tall building, it is recommended that you move away to have a

 

clear view of the sky and then use PC*MILERMobile. The phone should be attached

 

to the windshield in the holder for best performance.

 

Q. Where is the GPS receiver?

 

A. The GPS receiver is embedded in the i355 phone. The internal GPS antenna is

 

near the top of the phone. For best performance, the device should be mounted high on

 

the dashboard or on the windshield in a holder.

 

Q. How do I know that the GPS has a signal?

 

A. The PC*MILERMobile application on your GPS device will alert you if the GPS

 

does not have a valid signal by displaying NO GPS on the screen. If this happens, and

 

lasts more than a few seconds, drive to an area where there is a clear view of the sky so

 

the GPS can receive the satellite signals. If GPS is not working, check the GPS privacy

 

setting as described in your phone manual.

 

Q. What if the phone cannot get a GPS location fix?

 

A. The phone will not be able to get a GPS fix if it is indoors or under a bridge,

 

tunnel, etc. If you are outdoors and you get an error message that GPS signals may be

 

blocked, then you should turn off the phone and try starting again. You also may not be

 

able to get a fix if the battery power is low. Please charge the battery or plug in the

 

cigarette power cable and try again.

 

Q. What are the various GPS privacy settings?

 

A. There are three GPS settings on the Nextel phones. Privacy mode can be set to

 

Restricted, Unrestricted, or By Permission. For the PC*MILERMobile application to

 

work, the device must be set to Unrestricted. Possible settings are:

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PC*MILERMobile User’s Guide

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Contents PC*MILERMobile System ReleasePage Table of Contents PC*MILERMobile WEB Site PC*MILERMobile TrackingIntroduction OverviewDevice Requirements Minimum Memory Requirements forVerifying Phone Software Upgrading Phone SoftwarePC*MILERMobile Product End-User License Agreement User Consent Wireless Carrier Agreement Map Data License AgreementTerms and Conditions MERCHANTABILITY, Fitness for a Particular Purpose or NONUnited States Federal Government Subscriptions I355 PC*MILERMobile Features Setting the PC*MILERMobile Option Key GPS Privacy SettingsGetting Started with Information Speaker Volume Setting Up the DevicePhone Settings IntroductionPhone Placement Phone PowerUsing PC*MILERMobile Launching the ApplicationUsername and Password Splash screen is followed by the main PC*MILERMobile screen Setting a Destination Using Address Book SelectCity, State Position Setting a Destination Using Search Directory PositionBy typing a partial name Changing Routing Options Configure Options Tracking Tracking Accessing Help Following Voice GuidanceSuspending PC*MILERMobile for Incoming Calls Exiting PC*MILERMobile Suspending PC*MILERMobile for Outgoing CallsWeb Site My PC*MILERMobile Home Multiple entries PC*MILERMobile User’s Guide Tracking Tracking WebSetting Tracking Options on the Device Presses the button under SelectTroubleshooting Error MessagesTechnical Support FAQs GeneralGlobal Positioning System GPS What maps are used in the system? Server Content and DatabasesPC*MILERMobile Address Entry How do I enter my destination?Why won’t the device accept my address? What do I do if I see the error Duplicate Name…?Can I enter the intersection of two streets? Navigation System Can the tracking mode be switched off? PC*MILERMobile Group Management and TrackingWhat happens if I can’t connect to the cellular network? PC*MILERMobile User’s Guide