Positioning
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The internal GPS receiver takes its power from the device
battery. Using the GPS receiver may drain the battery
faster.
You can also pair a compatible GPS receiver with your
device using Bluetooth wireless technology.
Tips on creating a GPS connection
If your device cannot find the satellite signal, consider the
following:
• If you are indoors, go outdoors to receive a better
signal.
• If you are outdoors, move to a more open space.
• Ensure that your hand does not cover the internal
receiver of your Nokia N810 Internet Tablet. For the
location of the receiver, see ‘GPS receiver’, p. 42.
• Signal strength may be affected by bad weather
conditions.
• Establishing a GPS connection may take from a couple
of seconds to several minutes. Establishing a GPS
connection in a car may take longer.
• Some vehicles have tinted (athermic) windows, which
may block the satelllite signals.
Map application
With the map application you can browse maps; see your
location on the map; search for street addresses, different
points of interest, coordinates or other locations, and save
them as favourites. You can also purchase extra services,
such as a navigation service with voice guidance.
To access the application, tap , and select
My selection > Map.
The map application receives information about your
current position using GPS. The application can use either
an internal or external GPS receiver. To define which
positioning method is used, tap and select Settings >
Control panel. In Control panel, select GPS location.
Almost all digital cartography is inaccurate and
incomplete to some extent. Never rely solely on the
cartography provided for use in this device.
Downloading maps may involve the transmission of large
amounts of data through your service provider's network.
Contact your service provider for information about data
transmission charges.
Browse maps
Depending on the product model, the availability of local
maps can vary: