Had my device returned today after cracked screen being replaced. Cannot get GPS to work. Have tried TomTom, Google Maps, and GPS test. They all seem to be scanning but find nothing. Any suggestions on what else to try or check before handing it back for repair?
Check the following:
Start -> Settings -> External GPS
In 'Programs' tab, COM4 should be selected. It's supposed to work with any COM port you select, but better try with COM4.
In Hardware tab, GPS Port -> None; Speed: 4800.
Access tab -> checked
With GPS Test, what do you get? 'Looking for GPS Unit' OR 'GPS Starting up'? If it's the second case, then check the following too:
- You are outdoors
- You have QuickGPS up to date
- You have A-GPS disabled (this can be checked with HD Tweak)
The first time, it could take long to get a fix even in good conditions (cold start).
Hope this helps.
montag09 said:
Check the following:
Start -> Settings -> External GPS
In 'Programs' tab, COM4 should be selected. It's supposed to work with any COM port you select, but better try with COM4.
In Hardware tab, GPS Port -> None; Speed: 4800.
Access tab -> checked
With GPS Test, what do you get? 'Looking for GPS Unit' OR 'GPS Starting up'? If it's the second case, then check the following too:
- You are outdoors
- You have QuickGPS up to date
- You have A-GPS disabled (this can be checked with HD Tweak)
The first time, it could take long to get a fix even in good conditions (cold start).
Hope this helps.
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How do you disable A-GPS on the HTC Touch HD?
u can use the htc tweak app, its in there.
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When I launch TT I get text message ""no gps" after application starts. I go to settings but not sure what com port, gps receiver to select, etc
I am in California, anyone know what settings to put in the Tom Tom prefs?
PDAinLA said:
When I launch TT I get text message ""no gps" after application starts. I go to settings but not sure what com port, gps receiver to select, etc
I am in California, anyone know what settings to put in the Tom Tom prefs?
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It should work automatically. It sometimes takes a little while for the GPS radio to start responding then you have to wait for it to find your position, etc.
Settings for GPS if you've changed them are:
GPS Program Port: Com4
GPS Hardware Port: None
Baud Rate: 9600
I have Manage GPS Auto checked.
thank you...i will redo the settings as you suggested
PDAinLA said:
thank you...i will redo the settings as you suggested
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Stiil not working with your settings. It says "No GPS device"
PDAinLA said:
Stiil not working with your settings. It says "No GPS device"
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Is TomTom setup to use internal GPS?
Did you also check your settings in your device, not just TT?
Settings -> GPS
Program: COM4
Hardware: none
Access: GPS automatic
In TT they're:
Settings -> GPS status -> Config -> Other NMEA GPS ->
GPS-Baudrate:9600 -> COM 4
P.S. Hope my translation is right, just have a german rom
ltxda said:
Is TomTom setup to use internal GPS?
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Don't use the "Internal GPS" setting in TT6 - it rarely works. Change the GPS in WM5 to Com4 and set TT to Com 4 and 4800 or 9600
At my T-Mobile ameo i had to make an update via GPRS to get the satelite informations.
I have lost a lot of time before it gets working. but after the update all is ok.
But i did not know if that is the reason because tomtom shows me waiting for gps information after a time.
My choosed settings are:
- another nmea
- and com 4
- and tomtom 6
I'm new to this forum, and learned a bit too.. Reading all sorts of posts.
Right now my ActiveSync drops connection when i connect the phone, and first <b>now</b> i realized there is a newer version.. So that's maybe a solution for that.
Well...
I am wondering about the GPS control panel icon... It's not there? Then @ HTC's site, i read they have a new ROM to fix that, so i tried.. it worked, the ROM update.. but no GPS icon still.. :-/ (It was the same image version, i remember, but i had a hope..)
Then...
I've been reading about the homemade ROM's. And something about the EXTENDED memory?
Is there a ROM that will give me the GPS icon, and maybe fix some things/bugs - optimize. And have some fancy pancy thingy programs and stuff? Danish would be preferred though..
My first post.. I will try to get better
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Oh, and something to make the phone like a USB-drive.. If u know what i mean..
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aaarh, when i would like to download some files, it just opens, and dont start downloading.. why? and maybe a fix?
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The sync is still connected... the newer version helps..
Will TOM TOM 6 work fine??
aaand, when pushing the "messages" link on "today screen", sometimes i takes tome time to get in.. why?
I hope someone will answer some of my annoying questions
Nothing?
Did I ask TO newbish?
Yes ensure that you are running the latest activesync. Also are you using personal firewalling software, make sure that the network connection is allowed. ActiveSync connects using a virtual network adaptor, with a network of something like 169.254.2.X.
Make sure you have the most recent ROM from HTC installed on your unit, some of the older ROM's don't have GPS enabled.
GPS is automatically turned on by the unit, hence no off or on control. I personally use TomTom on my 3600i. To get it working make sure that your GPS port settings are the same for your device (Settings, System, External GSP, Programs) & TomTom (Check Preferences, Show GPS Status, Configure).
Ensure that you are standing outside for GPS to connect, it may take up to 6-8 minutes for a cold sync (however should only take ~2 minutes).
To check if your GPS is actually working, go to show GPS status, if you see the message "GPS Device Not Found" it's not working properly, check the above steps again. If you see "No valid GPS signal!" this means your GPS is working, however not yet locked on-to satelites (you might also notice the blue and yellow circle spinning).
I'd recommend you don't touch any other ROMs until you have more experience.
You can see your phone in explorer, look under \My Computer\Mobile Device
Messages taking a while to open, no idea, try a soft reset & see if the problem keeps on happening.
For your future posts, i'd recommend asking only a few questions at a time & make them clear.
PS - My settings for GPS that get TomTom working:
Device - Settings / System / External GPS
Programs tab / GPS program port: COM4
Hardware tab / GPS hardware port COM9 / Baud rate 115200
Access tab / Manage GPS automatically (enabled/selected)
TomTom - Change preferences / Show GPS Status / Configure
Other NMEA GPS receiver / GPS baud rate 115200 / GPS in COM9
Hi Steve
Ask less questions, got it... Maybe it was because I'm new and did not now all this existed and a lot got onto my mind at the same time.
Well, the ActiveSync 'problem' is solved. Newer version was the solution.
I checked the ROM date, and is was older than the date they gave on the HTC site, but when it checked the image version, it said it was the same, but i still updated. But still no GPS icon
- My GPS is working though, with TomTom 6
The "Today - Messages" link is still slow. Sometimes i have to tab several times to get it open - quite annoying.
I could choose COM port when TomTom got installed, and that was GPS on COM9, and baud rate was set up from 4800 to 9600. I will try 115200...
A BIG 'thank you' to you, Steve...
Now i only miss the GPS icon
TezlaByte said:
Nothing?
Did I ask TO newbish?
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To have the GPS Icon showing up, you'll find the registry tweak in the trinity's wiki.
You can also use trinity hack that can be downloaded in this forum too.
Both can do the trick.
Thx riri22
I'll try something out
I have HP ipaq 6915 Italian, WM5. I have updated the satellite data from quick gps connection. I go out, but the yellow gps icon never turns green. I use gpsgate 2.0 with Destinator PN. GPS is found, but myposition is never found, no matter how many satellites it locates (usually 5-7). What's wrong? Help!
Hi !
Try with this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=325823
Best regards,
Drahtman
Thats because the GPS need constant signals for it to get the 3D position. It may required a long start before getting the position for first time start up, mine around 30 minutes, after that getting position will be a drift
some tips
Try standing on a large field or something with no buildings in near sight to get maximum signals
Dont move while getting the signals
Make sure that the weather is not cloudy
I really liked the trick with the registry and the gps icon. I can't try tom tom because there is no map available for my area. I use DestinatorPN and gpsgate 2.0. Still the same problem. No position. I haven't tried to stay out more than 15 min. I'll try 30 min or more tomorrow. I hope it works.
Hi !
Did you try go to START menu then SETTINGS then CONNECTIONS and here is the icon QUICK GPS CONNECTION, tap on this icon and then download the newest drivers for internal GPS. I try now the GPS connection and the weather is cloudy and i have got the connection in less than a minute !
Try this, maybe it will work.
Best Regards,
Drahtman
I've downloaded the latest data with quick gps connection. It was the first thing to do. Nothing works. I'm desperate!
Hi again,
If you do the registry hack then you have an icon in your Start/setings/system folder is it wright. If so then you tap on GPS icon and set up your GPS. GPS "Programs" set to NONE, "Hardware" set to COM7 and baudrate set to 57600, "Access" untick the "Manage GPS automatically" thats mean you must disable this function. This is it. You can tray this last option.
Best regards,
Drahtman
I'm a total newbie to this device. I have just bought an Orange SPV M700. Following the brilliant advice on these forums I have now unlocked it and flashed the rom to Mary 3.6 light.
My problem is I can't get the internal gps to work. I have installed Tomtom and Google maps but neither will see any satellites.
Is there some setting I need to enable?
I've just done exactly the same...
One thing is, after unlocking, did you upgrade the Radio ROM seperately? You need to do this to get GPS working. See http://www.trinityguides.info/ for more information.
After that, here's what helped me...
Open Programs / Applications then run GPS Utilities.
Enter the GPS Setup on the menu, uncheck 'Auto Search...' and set the COM port to port 9, the baud rate to 57600 and click ok. Go outside and select 'Start GPS' from the menu. Wait for upto 5 mins and you should get a satellite lock.
Now, if you have Tomtom 6.02 or below, you need to choose 'Other NMEA GPS', set the COM port to 9 and baud rate to 57600... if you have 6.03 or above you can supposedly choose 'Internal GPS Device' and it will set itself up.
For Google maps, I just went in and chose 'Set by Windows' in the 'My Location Settings' ... it just worked.
Good luck.
Thank you I will have a go at installing a radio rom this evening. Can anyone suggest which is the best one to go for please?
That's sorted it. Thank you Fishd.
Hi guys,
I've previously used Richesse GPS for geocaching- its a great, free lightweight GPS programme. http://code.google.com/p/richesse-gps/
I can't get it to work on my Jade. I've edited the registry as mentioned on other posts, and have told Richesse to use Com4 at 9600 baud.
I'd be interested to see whether anyone else has successfully used this software on their Jade?
Thanks heaps,
-Clark
clark01 said:
Hi guys,
I've previously used Richesse GPS for geocaching- its a great, free lightweight GPS programme. http://code.google.com/p/richesse-gps/
I can't get it to work on my Jade. I've edited the registry as mentioned on other posts, and have told Richesse to use Com4 at 9600 baud.
I'd be interested to see whether anyone else has successfully used this software on their Jade?
Thanks heaps,
-Clark
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Hey thanks for the hint, nice program!
I have no problem getting gps to work, i used com4 / 9600 baud and ticked autoconnect and reconnect. then i activated gps, waited a little while and voilà...works
hope i could help
Strange, as I still can't get it to work. In the "GPS Info" menu item, it says "Status: not running", and I never get any GPS data.
I confirm that Com4 and 9600 baud works on the device, as I've no problems with other GPS software. Have you modified your device firmware or registry settings at all? When you say you "activated GPS", do you mean you just selected "GPS ON" in the Richesse screen?
Thanks for the help!
-Clark.
clark01 said:
Strange, as I still can't get it to work. In the "GPS Info" menu item, it says "Status: not running", and I never get any GPS data.
I confirm that Com4 and 9600 baud works on the device, as I've no problems with other GPS software. Have you modified your device firmware or registry settings at all? When you say you "activated GPS", do you mean you just selected "GPS ON" in the Richesse screen?
Thanks for the help!
-Clark.
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exactly...
i did:
options-> gps
Port: com4
Baud: 9600
(+) autoconnect
(+)reconnect)
[OK]
Left Softkey (GPS On)
this softkey then changes into GPS Off and when selecting menu-gps info i have status: Running
Stock german ROM, nothing modified...
Have you tried other GPS programs ?
By the way, does the baud rate matter at all ? I Use 4800 bps and it works, too.
Got it working guys- I was doing something stupid! Yes, all other GPS programs worked fine. The reason I couldn't get it to work was I was mis-understanding the "GPS On" button- I assumed that was a status readout, saying the GPS was on.
So when I thought the GPS was on, I was actually turning it off.. Thanks heaps for the help!
Please help
I tried all suggested setting, but I believe it is still not working for me.
As with COM 4 and 9600 setting, it is swtiching on the GPS with left soft key. But it is not retrieving my location and doesn't show the compass as well. Even in the GPS info tab it shows running but other details are unknown like latitude etc.
Please help, thanks in advance!!