Gps Troubleshooting - Raymarine gs series Installation Instructions Manual

9.4 GPS troubleshooting

Problems with the GPS and their possible causes and solutions are described here.
Problem
"No Fix" GPS status icon is
displayed.
Note: A GPS Status screen is available within the display. This provides satellite signal strength and other relevant
information.
Troubleshooting
Possible causes
Geographic location or prevailing
conditions preventing satellite
fix.
GPS connection fault.
External GPS antenna in poor
position.
For example:
• Below decks.
• Close proximity to transmitting
equipment such as VHF radio.
GPS installation problem.
Possible solutions
Check periodically to see if a fix is obtained in better
conditions or another geographic location.
Ensure that external GPS connections and cabling are
correct and fault free.
Ensure GPS antenna has a clear view of the sky.
Refer to the installation instructions.
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