Sony 1242-7984 User Manual

Location services

You can get your location determined either by using wireless networks or GPS technology.

Wireless networks technology determines your position fast but accuracy may vary. If you

use GPS technology it may take a little longer, but it will find your exact position. You can

enable both wireless networks and GPS to benefit from both technologies when trying to

find your position.

Using GPS technology

Your phone has a GPS receiver that uses satellite signals to calculate your location. Some

GPS features use the Internet. Data rates and charges may apply.
When you use features that require the GPS receiver to find your location, make sure you

have a clear view of the sky. If the GPS receiver does not find your location after a few

minutes, you should move to another location. To help the search, stand still and do not

cover the GPS antenna. The position of the GPS antenna is shown in the image below. The

first time you use the GPS receiver, it may take up to 10 minutes before your location is

found.

If you cannot use some GPS features, see I cannot use Internet-based services on page 97.

Sony Ericsson does not warrant the accuracy of any location services, including but not limited

to navigational services.

To enable the GPS receiver

From the Home screen, drag upward.

Tap Settings > Location & security.

Mark the Use GPS satellites checkbox.

To use wireless networks to find your position

From the Home screen, drag upwards.

Tap Settings > Location & security.

Mark the Use wireless networks checkbox.

Google Maps™

The Google Maps™ application lets you view your current location, find other locations and

calculate routes. When you start the Google Maps™ application, your approximate location