Gps On/Off (Dsc-Hx400V) - Sony DSC-HX400 Help Manual

[110] How to Use

GPS On/Off (DSC-HX400V)

You can record the location information with the images when the built-in GPS sensor of this
product can acquire the location information. Using the supplied software PlayMemories Home,
you can import the images recorded with the location information to a computer and enjoy
viewing them on a map which shows their shooting location. Refer to the Help of PlayMemories
Home for details.
1. MENU →
Menu item details
On:
The GPS function is activated.
Off (default setting):
The GPS function is turned off.
The status icon on the screen may differ depending on the conditions of the signals emitted
from the satellites.
No icon is displayed:
[GPS On/Off] is set to [Off].
：
The product cannot find a GPS signal, therefore, it cannot acquire the location information. Use
the product in an open area.
：
The product is searching for GPS satellites. It may take some time to start triangulating.
：
The product can acquire the current location information.
：
An error occurred with the GPS function. Turn off the product, and turn it on again.
To receive a GPS signal
Proper triangulation is not possible indoors or near tall buildings. Use the product in an open
area outside, and turn the product off and on again.
It may take from ten seconds to several minutes to acquire the location information.
You can shorten the time of triangulation by using the GPS assist data.
Note
Changing settings
(Setup) → [GPS Settings] → [GPS On/Off] → desired setting.
Setup menu