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zxzach
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 Posted: Wed Jul 06, 2005 7:58 pm Post subject: bluemedia bm-6300 'aquiring satellites' |
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| Help just got a bm-6300 (yes from Makro) It has been trying to aquire satellites all afternoon almost got a link with one, keeps giving message ' signal too low check antenna' anyone got any ideas? Otherwise it's going back tomorrow. |
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NorthBoy
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First question - you are trying to get the signal while outside, not from inside your house or anything?? The unit needs a direct view of the sky in order to get a satellite fix.
If so, the only thing I can suggest is trying to re-install the GPS. To do this, hit the menu button a couple of times until the 'GPS status' button is on your screen. Select that, and then click on 'GPS settings'. Then hit the 'Find GPS' button. It'll take a few seconds, and then hit 'Set GPS'. The settings on my unit are COM port - COM2, Baud rate - 4800, Protocol - NMEA.
I hope this helps.
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Itchy
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If that does not work you may want to try a 'Hard Reset' on the unit.
You will find a small switch on the back of the unit marked 'on - off'. Using the stylus slide the switch accross to the 'off' position. Leave it a minute and then switch back on. The Destinator software will re-install.
The most common reason for not picking up a signal is just not being in good sight line of the sky. Make sure you try it outside and not right next to a building to get the best signal possible.
My unit normally picks up a strong signal within 2 minutes but depending on your location and weather conditions it may take longer.
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MarkHewitt
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| Posted: Thu Jul 07, 2005 10:21 am Post subject: Re: bluemedia bm-6300 'aquiring satellites' |
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| zxzach wrote: | | Help just got a bm-6300 (yes from Makro) It has been trying to aquire satellites all afternoon almost got a link with one, keeps giving message ' signal too low check antenna' anyone got any ideas? Otherwise it's going back tomorrow. |
Many people are disappointed with GPS at first because when you first start it up it can take a long time to get a proper lock. My TomTom BT unit took about an hour before it got a solid lock, but from there it's been great.
Make sure it has a full view of the sky, preferably outside, and leave it running for an hour. Then see if it has managed to get a fix. Once it's done that it should be easier next time. |
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Itchy
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If you find that because of the position the unit is mounted in your car or because of something like a heated windscreen you cannot get a good signal you should think about getting an external antenna.
www.lowestonweb.com has one under the Sat Nav accessories section for just £24.99 |
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