HP Brio BA, Deskpro EN, iPAQ User Information

Global Positioning System (GPS)

User Information

Global Navigation System

Your HP iPAQ includes Global Positioning System (GPS) Navigation technology.
Therefore, it is capable of using GPS software applications that are compatible
with this device. The GPS technology on your HP iPAQ is based on a worldwide
system of GPS satellites orbiting the earth that continuously transmit digital radio
signals. These radio signals contain data on the satellites’ locations and their exact
clock time and are used to determine your location on the earth.

The TomTom GPS navigation software is preinstalled on your HP iPAQ. You can
download one free city map by following the on-screen instructions.

WARNING! When using this hardware and software navigation aid, in a
vehicle or elsewhere, it is your sole responsibility to place, secure and use the
aid in a manner that will not cause accidents, personal injury or property
damage or obstruct your view. It is the sole responsibility of the driver of the
vehicle to operate the vehicle in a safe manner, maintain full surveillance of all
driving conditions at all times, and not become distracted by the unit to the
exclusion of safe driving practices. It is unsafe to operate the controls of the unit
while you are driving. Your use of the device while the vehicle is in motion is at
your own risk. The HP iPAQ GPS navigation solution is intended for automotive
use only.

If you plan to use GPS navigation in your vehicle for an extended period of time,
charge your HP iPAQ using an Auto adapter. If you do not have an Auto adapter,
you can order one at

For information on HP iPAQ mounting solutions, visit

NOTE It is recommended that you download all GPS maps to a memory card
that is compatible with your specific HP iPAQ model. Memory cards are sold
separately and can be purchased at www.hp.com/accessories/ipaq.

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Setting Up the HP iPAQ

If you have purchased a Global Positioning System (GPS) enabled HP iPAQ, follow
the setup instructions in the front section of this guide to create a partnership with
your personal computer.

Verifying Internet Access

To verify Internet access on the HP iPAQ:

1. Visit a web site such as www.google.com or www.yahoo.com.

If you do not have an Internet connection and GPRS service, Internet
Explorer displays an error message.

2. Cradle your HP iPAQ and synchronize with your personal computer (PC)

using ActiveSync. Then try to visit a web site again.

If an error persists, this may indicate that you have to access the Internet
through a proxy server.

NOTE Many business and corporate networks use proxy servers to connect to
the Internet.

3. To find out if you need to use a proxy server, on your PC, launch Internet
Explorer and click Tools > Internet Options > Connections tab >
LAN Settings button.

If the “Use automatic configuration script” option is selected and the
associated “Address” field is filled in, then you may be accessing the
Internet through a proxy server. Contact your network administrator for the
proxy server name and port number.

4. If the “Proxy server” option is selected, write the proxy server “Address” and
“Port” number in the margin of this document. You will need to enter this
information into your HP iPAQ.

Setting Up Proxy Server Settings

To set up proxy server settings on your HP iPAQ:

1. Tap Start > Settings > Connections tab > Connections icon >
Tasks tab.

2. Under My Work Network, tap Edit my proxy server > Proxy
Settings tab.

3. Tap the This network connects to the Internet and This network
uses a proxy server to connect to the Internet check boxes.

4. In the Proxy server box, enter the proxy server address.

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5. To change the port number, tap the Advanced button and enter the
number in the HTTP proxy port box.

6. Tap OK to exit the program. Depending on where you are in the program,
you may have to tap OK several times to exit.

Verifying the Date and Time

Verify the correct date and time on your HP iPAQ. If the date and time are not
correct, tap the Clock icon on the Today screen to adjust.

Improving GPS Performance

To improve GPS connection performance on HP iPAQ GPS-enabled device(s), you
need to download the latest HP iPAQ Quick GPS Connection data file and check
if the HP iPAQ Quick GPS Connection Utility is enabled so you can receive
automatic updates.

NOTE You will have better GPS performance if your phone feature is turned on.

Even though GPS on your HP iPAQ is able to connect to the GPS satellites without
enabling the Quick GPS Connection Utility, it may take a few minutes longer and
even up to five minutes to locate the satellites if you do not use this utility.
Depending on your HP iPAQ model, the default settings on the HP iPAQ Quick
GPS Connection Utility can be set where the device cannot receive automatic
updates unless you enable the update feature.

To enable the HP iPAQ Quick GPS Connection Utility to receive automatic updates:

1. Tap Start > Settings > Connections tab > Quick GPS Connection
icon.

2. In the Settings tab, tap the check boxes you want to enable.

• Enable updates — Allows you to enable or completely disable the

Quick GPS Connection capability. If you disable this option, the HP
iPAQ no longer receives updates and the GPS start-up times take longer.

• Initiate GPRS Connection for updates — Allows wireless updates to your

device.

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NOTE Because the GPS update files are small, you should be able to

download them wirelessly with little impact to device performance.
However, you need a wireless data plan (e.g., GPRS or EDGE)
before you can use this feature and GPRS connection charges may
apply.

• Show expiration reminders and warnings — Notifies you when your satellite
location file is out-of-date. If this setting is not enabled, notifications do not
occur.

• Show tray icon on Today screen — Displays the Quick GPS Connection
icon. This icon notifies you by its color if your satellite location file is up-to­date.

• Blue icon – Settings are up-to-date

• Blue/Gray icon – Settings expire in less than 50% of the remaining time

• Gray icon – Expired settings

NOTE The Quick GPS Connection Utility icon turns gray within a few days
letting you know when to update your satellite locations again. You can force a
manual update by tapping the Quick GPS Connection icon or Start >

Settings > Connections tab > Quick GPS Connection > Download
Now.

Verifying Compatibility

Your HP iPAQ comes with Tom Tom GPS Navigation software pre-installed. If you
are interested in purchasing additional GPS navigation software to use on your HP
iPAQ, check with the GPS software supplier (before you purchase, download, or
install any GPS navigation software) to determine that the application is
compatible with your specific HP iPAQ model.

NOTE It is recommended that you download all GPS maps to a memory card
that is compatible with your specific HP iPAQ model. Memory cards are sold
separately and can be purchased at www.hp.com/accessories/iPAQ.

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Configuring GPS Software to Connect to HP iPAQ’s GPS
Receiver

All GPS software applications need to know which communications port to use to
access GPS data. Your HP iPAQ already has the GPS port specified for the GPS
software applications that came with the device. However, if you install additional
GPS applications onto your HP iPAQ GPS-enabled device, you may need to
specify the GPS port in your GPS application’s configuration settings.

Your GPS-enabled HP iPAQ uses Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0, so the operating
system automatically manages access to the HP iPAQ GPS receiver to allow
multiple programs to simultaneously access GPS data.

If your GPS application needs direct access to the GPS receiver, ensure no other
GPS applications are running, then set your GPS software to
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TomTom GPS Navigation Software

With the TomTom GPS navigation software on your HP iPAQ, GPS automatically
turns on and begins searching for satellites when you launch the GPS navigation
software. When you close the GPS navigation software, GPS turns off.

To open the TomTom GPS navigation software, tap

Navigation

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Start > Programs > GPS

Downloading TomTom Maps

To download your one free city map:

1. Tap Start > Programs > GPS Navigation.

2. Select your preferences such as language, clock display, voice, etc. Once

you have completed selecting your preferences, your HP iPAQ notifies you
“No maps found ...”

3. Tap Next to continue. Internet Explorer automatically launches to start the
process of downloading a map.

NOTE Make sure you have a connection to the Internet before you try to
download a map. If you cannot connect to the Internet, refer to the
instructions for Configuring GPS on Your HP iPAQ.

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4. Follow the on-screen instructions to download your one free city map. You
may either use the Search function to find a map that contains the city of
your choice or use the City List function to choose your desired city map
from a list of cities.

5. After downloading your one free city map, a GPS Navigation Voucher code
appears. Write the code on paper and keep it in a safe place. Use the code
to receive a discount when you purchase more maps. Purchase additional
maps at
the code on a piece of paper, you can access the voucher number later by
tapping, Start > Programs > Get a Map & Voucher.

http://www.tomtom.com/gpsnavigation. If you choose not to write

Downloading the Wrong Map

If you have inadvertently downloaded the wrong map to the HP iPAQ or memory
card, you cannot download another free map. However, you can use your voucher
code to receive a discount on purchasing additional maps.

To retrieve the voucher code, tap

Start > Programs > Get a Map

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Losing A Downloaded Map

If you have an HP iPAQ with GPS navigation powered by TomTom and lose a map
you can download the same map again to your HP iPAQ without any charge.
Otherwise, you can use your voucher code for a discount on purchasing full map
sets at

www.tomtom.com/gpsnavigation

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Losing The GPS Signal While in My Car

GPS performance on the HP iPAQ may be affected if the vehicle has thermal glass
windows and windshields, which can block the HP iPAQ from receiving a GPS
signal from satellites. To improve GPS signal strength, place the HP iPAQ where
there is a clear view of the sky or on the dashboard of a vehicle that does not have
thermal glass windshields. A direct line of sight is required between the HP iPAQ
and the GPS satellites to access information from the satellites.

WARNING! In certain situations when using GPS navigation powered by
TomTom, the GPS signal strength drops so low that the GPS receiver cannot
help you navigate. When this happens, you may see a “spinning” effect in the
3-D view where the screen can rotate up to 180 degrees. To address this
situation, tap on the map > Change preferences > Turn off 3D
display.

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The GPS receiver in your HP iPAQ is the GL20000 from Global Locate. This high
sensitivity receiver uses Quick GPS Connection technology, so under normal use
there is no need for an external antenna.

Common Reasons for Interference

Interference Type How to Avoid

Vehicles with thermal glass windows and
windshields

Cell Phones or other equipment radiating
Radio Frequency (RF) energy or emitting
strong electromagnetic radiation. For
example, microwave ovens, high-power
cordless phones, CB radios, Walkie­talkies, HAM equipment, X-ray and MRI
machines, etc.

Tall buildings, large trees, and very
cloudy or overcast skies.

Place the HP iPAQ where there is a clear
view of the sky or on the dashboard of a
vehicle that does not have thermal glass
windows.

Move away from the interference source
or switch off the interference source.

Move away from the interference sources
so there is a clear view of the sky.

Answering a Phone Call While Using GPS

If you receive a phone call while using your HP iPAQ GPS navigation software
powered by TomTom:

1. Answer the phone call by pressing the Answer/Send button.

2. Once you end the phone call, press the End Call button to resume the

audio on the GPS software.

NOTE Anytime you are using GPS on your HP iPAQ and you receive a phone
call, the audio on the GPS navigation software powered by TomTom is muted
until you finish the call.

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