Positioning server > Access point. A wireless LANaccess point cannot be used for this service. Thepacket data internet access point is asked when GPSis 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 receiverThe GPS receiver is located in the bottom of thedevice. When using the receiver, slide the numerickeypad open, and from an upright position, movethe device to an angle of about 45 degrees, with anunobstructed view of the sky. Do not cover thenumeric keypad with your hand.Establishing a GPSconnection may takefrom a couple ofseconds to severalminutes. Establishinga GPS connection inthe car may takelonger.The GPS receiverdraws its power from the device battery. Using theGPS receiver may drain the battery faster.About satellite signalsIf your device cannot find the satellite signal,consider the following:● If you are indoors, go outdoors to receive a bettersignal.● If the numeric keypad slide is closed, open it.● If you are outdoors, move to a more open space.● Ensure that your hand does not cover the GPSantenna of your device. See "GPSreceiver," p. 87.● If the weather conditions are bad, the signalstrength may be affected.●● Establishing a GPS connection may take from acouple of seconds to several minutes.Satellite statusTo check how many satellites your device has found,and whether your device is receiving satellitesignals, press , and select Tools >Connectivity > GPS data > Position >Options > Satellite status. If your device hasfound satellites, a bar for each satellite is shown inthe satellite info view. The longer the bar, thestronger the satellite signal. When your device has 87Positioning (GPS)If the power saver turns on on the display whilethe device is attempting to establish a GPSconnection, the attempt is interrupted.
