Problem acquiring satellites - it hangs up It's been three time now: I stopped on XXX location, turn the unit off and move to other location then when I turn the unit on and input a new address to go. The car icon still appears on the former location with a question mark on it. On top of the screen shows the status message "Acquiring satellite" but it hangs up and nothing seems to happen. I've waited for ten or more minutes before I had to reset the unit. It's been three times so far... and I've only used the unit one week! Any advise? Problem acquiring satellites - it hangs up It's been three time now: I stopped on XXX location, turn the unit off and move to other location then when I turn the unit on and input a new address... » Read More Problem acquiring satellites - it hangs up It's been three time now: I stopped on XXX location, turn the unit off and move to other location then when I turn the unit on and input a new address to go. The car icon still appears on the former location with a question mark on it. On top of the screen shows the status message "Acquiring satellite" but it hangs up and nothing seems to happen. I've waited for ten or more minutes before I had to reset the unit. It's been three times so far... and I've only used the unit one week! Any advise? « Show Less
1020520
It sounds like either 1) your unit has a defect or (2) you have failed to pull out the antenna from the back. If you don't have the antenna out, it will not be able to find satellites. Also, if you are stopping for a short time, you may want to leave it on using the battery so you don't have to wait on it to find the location again.
1020521
The antenna issue is explained here...and can be repaired for far less than the factory quoted price:http://www.sharc.net/gps_antenna_repair.htm- Jim
1020522
Garmin, here in Canada, has admitted the Nuvi 660 has a chronic antenna problem. My only solution is to have it replaced with a refurb unit at Garmin's Canadian tech contractor for $305.00That's a lot to spend on a $600 piece of technology only 14 months old.Shame on Garmin....and shame on me for making the purchase....
1020523
The only time the unit picks up signals IS when the antennae is up. If yours is doing that with the antennae up, then it is fine.
1020524
Late response, but it might help someone else. My 360 started losing satellites after being on for just a couple minutes. An external antenna fixed that problem nicely, only cost $11 from Amazon.
1020525
This discussion is about the Garmin 360 though. You can buy a whol new Garmin for about $150-200.00.
1020526
your unit is dying. my 660 did the same thing and did re-acquire for a while but eventually it does not find anything at all. If unit is in warranty, do not delay in getting it repaired/replaced, otherwise you'll be like me- shopping for a new one.
1020527
I agree with John. My 360 started doing the same thing after yeas of faithful service. Buy another one. They are 1/3 the price they were before. It is time anyway the battery in the unit doesn't last nearly as long as it use to.
1020528
I'm afraid it may be a defective unit or software since messages related to signal strength or satellite acquisition are shown only when the antenna flipped up.
580341
I apologize if this is an ***obvious*** point, but I have found that there is dramatically better performance in finding satellites if you turn on your watch and leave it on the ground/on a rock/on a post that is in relatively clear view of the sky while you stretch or get ready to run/ride. Rather than turn on the watch and put it on, I suggest to all users to try this simple trick. You will have a much better experience using the watch (mine is a 305).
1393597
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!
2101011
I had the same issue except with satellite tv. Seems to me it was a matter of having the unit tuned to either ch. 3 or 4. I think I called their not so helpful help desk.
1855548
There is a possibility that the battery and the ACC line off the radio were mixed, you can try reversing them. It won't hurt anything. All the battery does this keep the radio in your presets working that's what that particular wires is for in the ACC line is to give you power to the unit only when the ignition is on so if they are backwards. It really won't hurt anything, but you won't be able to turn your radio off with your key and if you manually turn the radio off when you turn it back on it should go back to the factory resets. I hope that helps. I apologize, but I must add my $.02. I agree with the other person if you're able to send it back and look for a much better unit. There are many of them out there they cost more. I had one. Mine lasted 6 months than the GPS dropped out and DVDs started skipping unfortunately I was unable to send the unit back and if you had the other units that I bought from san media when I followed broke down and bought a namebrand I purchased Alpine I had more than 2 1/2 times the money I paid for the good unit. I've had the new unit in my car for going on a 8 months now. I think a lab had absolutely 0 problems with the unit works good has a great picture wish I'd done it before wasted all the money I did anyway have a great day, if you need anything else, feel free to ask and I hope everything works right for you
630376
S. brown,I just got my Dash & think it's fantastic, and so, I am curious about your post. Can you give us an idea about some of these cool ideas? (I know GEORSS can give you updated surf info & I am using it for a weather feed - but what else is around the corner?) And what did you mean by "until the NDA is lifted?Thanks!
1898085
Maybe you need only to wait until it finds your location? Or maybe it is having trouble getting a signal? I haven't used the GPS myself. I tried a few online searches to find instructions, but really didn't find anything useful. Ground EFX does have its own website though, where you can speak to a representative or ask questions. (Groundefx.com) I hope you find your answers soon so that there would be no problems making an exchange if it is defective. Good luck. I will be back to give a better answer if I can find one.
946146
It talks you thru it. I just got a Gamin with no instructions. Just do what it asks. Plug it in the lighter and set up your home address under home. Just practice in the house. It took me maybe an hour to figure it out. You do not have to attach it to your window or anything. It picks up satellite even if it just sits in the center console. Hope this helps.
986497
I would suggest a couple of things. Check for power. Check that you are receiving a satellite signal. Do you have Garmin Express loaded on your computer? Are you connecting to your computer correctly with USB cable? If you are still having trouble, go to garmin.com, register the unit, and contact support. It's just a phone call away:)
1758407
hi Bharatappreciate if you can please share how did you work it out! I am also facing the sismilar issue. I have used it & it worked but took a long long time (almost 15-20 mins) to get the GPS signals. Even after that it signals were showing half on its scale.
1151671
they show up constantly blocking a section of map. If i'm trying to find a short cut by getting a view of the streets I might use, the ad blocks my ability to survey the near horizon. and they do come up while I'm moving. funny thing is they didn't show up at all until I downloaded my second firmware update... grrr. I really feel they devalue the unit past endurance.
1690622
I have the same issue from time to time. Turning off the system and turning it back on usually takes care of it. There is no true fix for the problem. If it continues to hang, you may just want to reset the system to factory defaults. One of my many hang-ups with this HTIB.
1981176
Correct, but remember, the "place" is entered as a latitude and longitude in decimal format. Not a big deal if you observe from only one or two places, but a great help if you get around. No need to look up the latitude and longitude or keep a list of them. Just start an alignment, wait a bit for the device to read the satellites signal, then align as usual. I like mine and recommend it.
1622000
Hi,my nuvi 1300 has not recieved any satalite reception in the last 4days.I've turn it off/on many times a day. I don't know what to do. One web site said to do a hard reset. A couple times it said I'm due for map update. Should your nuv1300 still operate with out a update? Can't afford right now . I bought it at cash America pawn shop.unit malfunction started 10 days after 30 day return.
181106
I read that if you have this problem with no street names spoken, the fix is to do a factory reset on your unit and that will correct this problem. Worth a try!
737373
I have occasionally had the same problem. This one seems to have a delay. I have that problem, but not all the time... so I'm guessing there's a delay and you only hear it ring if the person doesn't pick up on the first ring or two (that's just a guess though.) I had the original Roadster and had no issues with it, but this second version constantly frustrates me because of the delay (more when answering calls than calling out.)
499593
Good morning , I returned my receiver , the best way is to find a software to update for sat selection !! Or just go to sat forum . Good luck