Sierra Wireless 595U manual What is GPS?, What is enhanced Local Search?

What is GPS?

GPS stands for Global Positioning System, which is a system that uses a series of 24 geosynchronous satellites to provide location data.

GPS satellites transmit signals to equipment on the ground. GPS receivers passively receive satellite signals, but do not transmit.

Various GPS standards exist for the User Plane and Control Plane. For more information, see “What is GPS User Plane?” and “What is GPS Control Plane?” on page 86.

What is enhanced Local Search?

Enhanced Local Search is a quick, easy method to run, via Sprint Connection Manager, local search queries to find locations and directions to locations and businesses.

The enhanced Local Search feature uses LBS and allows you to search for Sprint Nextel stores, restaurants, banks, hotels, and so on, outdoors and (with GPS Premium) indoors. For more information, see “What is GPS Premium?” on page 89.

How do I get the enhanced Local Search feature?

The enhanced Local Search feature works only with GPS-capable data cards and the latest version of Sprint Connection Manager. The feature is available at no additional charge in the latest version of Sprint Connection Manager.

Note:

Sprint Location Services may not be supported if Network Mode is set to 1xEV-DO Only. To use Sprint Location Services, ensure Network Mode is set to Automatic or 1XOnly. Sprint Location Services are not supported if you're roaming (subject to change).

Where do I find the enhanced Local Search feature?

In Sprint Connection Manager, select Menu > Location & Search Services.

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