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Using the GPS Function
The FTM-100DR/DE transceiver is equipped with an internal GPS reception unit to
receive and display the location information at all times. The location information can be
used for the following purposes:
Save the location information of other stations and note whether or not they are
within communication range.
Refer to the separate GM Function Instruction Manual.
Exchange the location information and messages with other stations, during data
communications.
Refer to the separate APRS Instruction Manual.
What is GPS?
GPS (Global Positioning System) is a space-based satellite navigation system that
provides location and time information anywhere on the earth. It was developed by the
U.S. Department of Defense as a military system. It receives signals from 3 or more of
about 30 GPS satellites flying at an altitude of about 20,000 km, and displays the current
position (latitude, longitude, altitude) within an accuracy of several meters. In addition,
GPS can receive the exact time from the satellite's onboard atomic clock.
The transceiver is equipped with a high-sensitivity 66-channel GPS antenna supporting
QZSS (Quasi-Zenith Satellite System) which shortens measuring time and improves the
accuracy of the location information.
Activating the GPS function
1
Press and hold
for over one second.
Starts satellite search and displays the
icon at the
top left of the screen. Upon acquiring the satellites,
the icon blinks.
Tips
• It may take several minutes to acquire the satellites.
• When 3 or more satellites cannot be acquired, the
icon
keeps blinking. Under this circumstance, positioning is
not possible and thus location information cannot be
utilized.
