Nokia N95 - Manual (Page 62)

Access point . A wireless LAN access point cannot be
used for this service. The packet data internet access
point is asked when GPS is used for the first time in your
device.
To enable or disable different positioning methods,
such as Bluetooth GPS, press , and select Tools >
Settings > General > Positioning > Positioning
methods .
GPS receiver
The GPS receiver is located in the bottom of the device.
When using the receiver, slide the numeric keypad
open, and from an upright position, move the device
to an angle of about 45 degrees, with an unobstructed
view of the sky. Do not cover the numeric keypad with
your hand.
Establishing a GPS
connection may take
from a couple of seconds
to several minutes.
Establishing a GPS
connection in the car may
take longer.
The GPS receiver draws
its power from the device
battery. Using the GPS receiver may drain the battery
faster.
Tips on creating a GPS
connection
If your device cannot find the satellite signal, consider
the following:
● If you are indoors, go outdoors to receive a better
signal.
● If you are outdoors, move to a more open space.
● Ensure that your hand does not cover the GPS
antenna of your device. See "GPS receiver", p. 62.
● If the weather conditions are bad, the signal
strength may be affected.
● Some vehicles have tinted (athermic) windows,
which may block the satellite signals.
Check satellite signal status
To check how many satellites your device has found,
and whether your device is receiving satellite signals,
press , and select Tools > Connectivity > GPS
data > Position > Options > Satellite status . Or,
in the Maps application, select Options > Map
view > GPS info .
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Positioning (GPS)