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Smart 2005 for Pocket PC | User Manual
Getting started
GPS Status Messages
The GPS status messages are displayed on the 2D Map, 3D Map, Next Instruction and GPS
Status screens. These messages provide feedback on the status of the GPS receiver connection.
The following table explains the meaning of these messages and includes suggested actions.
Status Message Meaning Suggested Action
GPS PORT CLOSED A GPS COM port has not
been opened.
On the GPS Status screen, tap the GPS
checkbox to open the COM port selected
in the first drop-down box.
NO GPS DATA
A GPS COM Port has
been opened but no GPS
data are being received.
Ensure the GPS receiver is turned on
and connected.
WAITING FOR GPS
A GPS COM Port has
been opened, GPS data
are being received, but a
GPS position fix has not
yet been established.
Ensure the GPS receiver has an
unobscured view of the sky.
If you are in a vehicle with athermic (heat
reflecting) windows, you will require an
external GPS antenna (sold separately).
GPS LOST Your GPS fix has been lost. Ensure the GPS receiver has an
unobscured view of the sky.
(no GPS message;
date displayed on
GPS Status screen)
You have a valid GPS
position fix and GPS data
are being received.
No action required. You can navigate to
your destination.
