Thick head here - confused about windows and GPS. 1 - Is 'cell Tower' functionality fed by cable? 2 - Do I need GPS? Just for directions and 911 etc. or is it dead without it? 2 - Any other reason to place near window? I would like to sit it on top of...
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The unit goes thru a boot-up process, which can take several minutes. During that procedure it must connect to the internet AND acquire the GPS satellite thru an antenna that is typically stuck to the inside glass of a window. The GPS antenna has a generously long cord. The GPS is required so that any 911 calls can give your location to enhanced 911 (E911) response centers if you ever have to dial 911. The unit IS dead to all calls without the GPS because it will not boot up.
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If you can find the nearest tower in your area you mite want the directional , if your in the grey wasteland that is northern Cali my omni can't be beat ! I have the directional & haven't put it up or tryed it yet ,the omni works so well I'd hate to screw it up
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I think the closer that you get it to the window is the best. Mine is near the front of the house, street side, and I placed it above my window. The signal will travel through the sheet rock. It works great. I don't think the metal roof will matter much, infact it might enhance the signal. When I placed the signal on top if the entertainment center the signal was not as strong as it was by the window!
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I have a couple of navigation Apps downloaded for free from the Google Play Store. They work well and I also have a great App "Map My Run" from there that uses the Built in GPS. Yow can turn the GPS on and off easily through one of the main screens. This is the most versitle phone I have ever owned and am very happy with it! but you may want to get the extra battery with wall charger if you are going to be using apps a lot!
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Hey Thanks man, I will sure try this if I get problems with next unit, I should receve it sometime next week. To be honest I feel like naked without my GPS ...lol
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I believe it always needs a GPS signal to operate properly. My recollection is that the GPS antenna comes plugged in, inside of a cover on the unit. If the unit is by a window and has a good view of the sky, its possible it can consistently obtain GPS reception. If the unit is away from a window, the GPS antenna could be removed from the unit and there was a cable that can be used to connect the GPS antenna to the unit. The antenna could then be by the window for reception, while the unit itself is further away from the window.
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It gives location by making your pc into a GPS unit. Basically an "antenna" for your pc.
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GPS is awesome. Load map or distanation by WiFi then access navigator, google map or whichever you use to access and GPS is ready to go
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I have found that location and direction is vital to reception. If you can find out what direction the tower is located and point it in that way you should get decent reception.
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In response to Rebecca King's statement: "the speakers are not great"I agree that NONE of the GPS units have great speakers (and I've looked at quite a few). So, I went to Wal-Mart and bought a $9 adaptor, which connects the output-jack of my Nuvi-350 directly to my car stereo.This is a MUST if you plan on using the nuvi's mp3 function and listening to music along the way. I've permanently wired mine so that it is a super easy connection and now I can hear all my mp3's (as well as Jill's navigation) through my car-speakers.Hope this is helpful to others... In response to Rebecca King's statement: "the speakers are not great"I agree that NONE of the GPS units have great speakers (and I've looked at quite a few). So, I went to Wal-Mart and bought a $9 adaptor, which connects the output-jack of my Nuvi-350 directly to my car stereo.This is a MUST if you plan on using the nuvi's mp3 function and listening to music along the way. I've permanently wired mine so that it is a super easy connection and now I can hear all my mp3's (as well as Jill's navigation) through my car-speakers.Hope this is helpful... » Read More In response to Rebecca King's statement: "the speakers are not great"I agree that NONE of the GPS units have great speakers (and I've looked at quite a few). So, I went to Wal-Mart and bought a $9 adaptor, which connects the output-jack of my Nuvi-350 directly to my car stereo.This is a MUST if you plan on using the nuvi's mp3 function and listening to music along the way. I've permanently wired mine so that it is a super easy connection and now I can hear all my mp3's (as well as Jill's navigation) through my car-speakers.Hope this is helpful to others... « Show Less
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Hmm i guess it says there is GPS in the title. How does it work?? I have this product. I also don't know how to update the information.
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The BT is a GPS, not a navigation system, as such it just sends data. If you wish to do the things in your question you will need a navigation program to use the BT. BTW it is an awesome GPS!
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A GPS signal doesn't work well through opaque objects, regardless of the technology/application. If you were on an indoor track surrounded by a bunch of windows it might work decently well (similar to running in the woods) but if the track is especially short you are going to lose accuracy staying in such a small area.
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How long is the lighter charger? Mine is located low in center of dash....can it reach far?Also, can someone please tell me how this device actually mounts to vehicle? Adhesive? Looks real cool and I am going on road trip real soon. Want to buy but needed but tech info. I'd like to be able to actually see the GPS/screen when I need it!How does the hands free calling work?Thanks and please send comments to:krbender@gmail.com
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We decided to get the one withOUT GPS and haven't missed it one time. I guess unless you're really hardcore its not needed. I would say get a GPS for tracking and a camera for pictures but don't mix the two.
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Verizon says it doesn't work with Satellite internet connections, something about too much latency in the signal? I've used several of these devices on different high speed connections with no problems, but all connections were via cable internet. The device needs a lot of information both through the web and also a GPS fix from where you place the unit. Must be by a window and have a continuous GPS fix. Other than that, it's a great device! Allows full bars on your phone where there were no bars before!
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I've had the unit for about 2 months now and drive quite a lot for my job and I love it. To this point I haven't had any issues. A VERY, VERY heavy tree canopy or large cities with lots of high rises are about the only thing that I could see possibly causing an issue with the devices ability to "see" the GPS sats. This unit doesn't need cellular network access, so distant, rural areas shouldn't present any problems. One thing to note, if you haven't driven your car for a few days, it will take a minute or two for the device to "re-lock" onto the GPS sats, but then it works just fine. Not really a big issue in my mind. I've had the unit for about 2 months now and drive quite a lot for my job and I love it. To this point I haven't had any issues. A VERY, VERY heavy tree canopy or large cities with lots of high rises are about the only thing that I could see possibly causing an issue with the devices ability to "see" the GPS sats. This unit doesn't need cellular network access, so distant, rural areas shouldn't present any problems. One thing to note, if you haven't driven your car for a few days, it will take a minute or two for the device to "re-lock" onto the GPS sats, but then it... » Read More I've had the unit for about 2 months now and drive quite a lot for my job and I love it. To this point I haven't had any issues. A VERY, VERY heavy tree canopy or large cities with lots of high rises are about the only thing that I could see possibly causing an issue with the devices ability to "see" the GPS sats. This unit doesn't need cellular network access, so distant, rural areas shouldn't present any problems. One thing to note, if you haven't driven your car for a few days, it will take a minute or two for the device to "re-lock" onto the GPS sats, but then it works just fine. Not really a big issue in my mind. « Show Less