how do we improve GPS signal? It is too slow to acquire signal!
231505
I have no idea it says it should be placed in the dash as far forward as possible
654505
I am considering the same thing. I bought the TomTom and have not been able to get it working - the operating software seems to have only partially loaded. I spent 3 hours on the phone with their customer service - very nice people, but they have no technical knowledge, they can only read to you from a script. I think I am going to return this one and give the Garmin a try.
1655925
One way I think that you can use FM transmiier. Connect it to your GPS and listen direction/Mp3 on FM!!
1493193
I agee it is better. My cellphone signal is otheriwse abysmal and this device picks up the signal from the nearest tower and does very well. (That's why it needs to lock into a GPS when you first set it up, so that it can figure out where it is, and thereby figure out where the closest/strongest cell tower is located.)
1399500
I have found it very easy to use. If you keep the GPS updated it finds the signal quicker. If you don't keep it updated I've had it take up to 2-3 minutes to link up. On average, I'd say it takes 45 seconds to 1 minute to link.
1147096
If you can see a signal now, this will almost certainly improve it. If you can't see his signal at all, this may not help. I have a small shop that is across the road from my house. The total distance is only about 150' but the signal has to pass through 5 walls and a tree line. With my laptop at the door of the shop, I could get a signal strength of 1 bar. With the Alpha plugged into a USB port on the laptop, I can move it to the back of the shop and I still have a signal strength of 4 bars.
2019919
If you already have a GPS signsl no, this will only help with the GPS signal.
1162755
So...whats the question? lol Anyway, try going somewhere else and seeing if it gets a signal? Could be trees, buildings, a mountain, whatever blocking it from getting a signal. I often have trouble getting a signal at my home since there's a mountain behind my house. But if I go just 1 or 2 houses down the street I can get a signal pretty fast. Have the same issue with cell phone reception.
958416
It will always require GPS signal, or it won't work. Period. Mine lasted 3 hours. Took it to Verizon and tried another GPS part, and it did not work. Mine was a faulty part. Good luck!
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:)
992502
A couple questions... Do you mean in the middle of a bunch of tall skyscrapers? If so, that could possibly be a problem. From the time you turn it on, how long are you waiting to determine that it isn't working?Have you also try using a separate GPS unit for comparison?
1978156
Unfortunately, GPS in this model is not available! But you can connect it optionally
1779383
Slip off corner cover, unplug GPS unit from extender box, plug cable to connect GPS unit to extender, replace cover, place GPS unit next to window.It may work without using cable as long as GPS unit is connected to extender box and can get a signal.
1023676
If the cell phone signal is weak it works slower and maps load slower. I have not had any big problems with performance due to weak cell phone signal.
1219362
Usually a gps needs the lighter socket to power up. The USB is not that powerful. Are you sure your gps has a usb connection?
64799
the speed should show in the gps window . dont know if they make a transducer with speed
236912
Keep in mind, that using the GPS drains the battery really fast...!another issue - the position embedded in the picture, is totally error!!! it gives position with 90'' !!! (should be 1'30'')'