when your device is receiving signals fromsatellites.When you activate A-GPS, your device receivesuseful satellite information from an assistance dataserver over the cellular network. With the help ofassisted data, your device can obtain the GPSposition faster.Your device is preconfigured to use the Nokia A-GPSservice, if no service provider-specific A-GPS settingsare available. The assistance data is retrieved fromthe Nokia A-GPS service server only when needed.You must have an internet access point defined inthe device to retrieve assistance data from theNokia A-GPS service over a packet data connection.To define an access point for A-GPS, press , andselect Tools > Settings > General >Positioning > Positioning server > Accesspoint. A wireless LAN access point cannot be usedfor this service. Only a packet data internet accesspoint can be used. Your device asks for the internetaccess point when GPS is used for the first time.Hold your device correctlyThe GPS receiver is located on the back of the device.When using the receiver, make sure that you do notcover the antenna with your hand.Establishing aGPS connectionmay take from acouple ofseconds toseveral minutes.Establishing aGPS connectionin a vehicle maytake longer.The GPS receiver draws its power from the devicebattery. Using the GPS receiver may drain thebattery faster.Tips on creating a GPSconnectionIf your device cannot find the satellite signal,consider the following:● If you are indoors, go outdoors to receive a bettersignal.● If you are outdoors, move to a more open space.● Ensure that your hand does not cover the GPSantenna of your device. See "Hold your devicecorrectly", p. 93.● If the weather conditions are bad, the signalstrength may be affected. 93 Positioning (GPS)
