Assisted GPS (A-GPS) is used to retrieve assistance data over a packet dataconnection, which assists in calculating the coordinates of your currentlocation when your device is receiving signals from satellites.When you activate A-GPS, your device receives useful satellite informationfrom an assistance data server over the cellular network. With the help ofassisted data, your device can obtain the GPS position faster.Your device is preconfigured to use the Nokia A-GPS service, if no serviceprovider-specific A-GPS settings are available. The assistance data is retrievedfrom the Nokia A-GPS service server only when needed.You must have an internet access point defined in the device to retrieveassistance data from the Nokia A-GPS service over a WiFi connection. Todefine an access point and positioning server for A-GPS, select Menu >Applications > Location and Positioning > Positioning server > Accesspoint. Only a WiFi internet access point can be used. Your device asks for theinternet access point when GPS is used for the first time.Hold your device correctlyWhen using the GPS receiver, ensure you do not cover the antenna with yourhand.Establishing a GPS connection may take from a couple ofseconds to several minutes. Establishing a GPS connection ina vehicle may take longer.The GPS receiver draws its power from the device battery.Using the GPS receiver may drain the battery faster.Positioning (GPS)www.nokia.com/support English
