96 Section 3E: Frequently Asked Questions (Windows)
Where can I use GPS?GPS works wherever there is both Sprint CDMA network access and GPS access.
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, SprintLocation Services are disabled.
To enable SprintLocation Services:
1. In the Sprint Location Services “Settings” window, select Enable Location
Services.
2. If you will be using the GPS Receiver window (page47), select Display GPS
Receiver.
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.
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.
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'.
Tip: An icon in the GPS Receiver window indicates the GPS/Privacy status (page48).