Where can I use GPS?

GPS works wherever there is both Sprint CDMA network access and GPS access.

Note:

Your card or account may not support GPS.

In some locations where CDMA network access is available, GPS may not be available at this time. For the latest on service available by location, refer to Sprint Nextel Coverage maps.

If you’re having problems using GPS, contact Sprint.

What is GPS User Plane?

GPS User Plane is the ability to execute GPS requests at the subscriber level on the card. In other words, the User Plane allows you to submit location-related queries to the network.

Compare to GPS Control Plane (see below).

What is GPS Control Plane?

GPS Control Plane is the ability to execute GPS requests at the network (server) level.

Compare to GPS User Plane (see above).

How do I enable/disable GPS?

By default, Sprint Location Services are disabled.

To enable Sprint Location Services:

1.In the Sprint Location Services “Settings” window, select Enable Location Services.

2.If you will be using the GPS Receiver window (page 47), select Display GPS Receiver.

Tip:

To prevent Privacy Consent Agreements from appearing every time you use NMEA or the Location & Search Services menu, select Do not show NMEA Privacy Consent and Do not show Privacy Consent for 'Location & Search Services'.

Will GPS work when Privacy is set to ON?

No. Setting Privacy to ON [by not accepting the Consent Privacy Agreement(s)] means you do not want your card to be discoverable; thus, GPS is not enabled/ started on the card.

Tip:

An icon in the GPS Receiver window indicates the GPS/Privacy status (page 48).

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