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■Viewing GPS Status
You can view the dynamic location information received from satellite such as signal strength, compass (direction information), latitude/longitude, approximate altitude, and speed. This feature allows you to view GPS satellite signal information. An explanation of the messages is shown below.
1Go to Main Menu 
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➔Information 
2Select GPS Status.
The following messages are displayed while the GPS receiver is tracking satellites:
“Locating GPS Satellites”: Blackbird searches the sky looking for GPS satellites.
“Acquiring GPS Signal”: Blackbird acquires positioning information transmitted from 1 to 3 tracked satellites while search- ing for more satellites (minimum 4 needed).
“Fixing GPS Position”: Blackbird requires continuous signals from 4 or more tracked satellites (for 30 seconds) in order to accurately fix your position.
“Temporary Poor GPS Coverage”:
Thunderstorms, dense foliage or surround- ing tall buildings may cause temporary loss of position fix (acceptable if under 30 sec- onds).
“Poor GPS Signal, Lost Position Fix”:
You may have entered an area where con- sistently poor GPS signal (lasting 30 sec- onds or more) makes it impossible to maintain a position fix.
“No Line of Sight, Lost GPS Tracking”:
You are in an area where line of sight to GPS satellites has been blocked.
■Viewing System Information
You can check software application, database version, and other information in this screen. Make a note of this information and refer to it whenever you communicate with Alpine Tech Support or your Alpine authorized dealer.
1Go to Main Menu 
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➔Information 
2Select System Information.
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