Motion Computing F5 - Manual (Page 25)

Chapter 2 Features 19
Mobile Broadband with GPS (optional)
Your tablet may have an embedded Qualcomm® Gobi2000™ module. The Gobi™ module
lets you connect to a variety of mobile broadband networks for sending and receiving data
wirelessly. It also includes a global positioning system (GPS) receiver.
Mobile Broadband
By using mobile broadband, you can browse the Internet, send and receive email, connect
to your company’s intranet, and use Web-based applications. You can typically use mobile
broadband anywhere you can use your mobile phone.
Mobile broadband is based on cellular network technology, so you can use it in more places
than other wireless technologies. With Mobile Broadband, your Tablet PC connects to a
network provider’s base station, which in turn is connected to the Internet. Unlike Wi-Fi, you
do not need to buy base stations or search for Wi-Fi hotspots.
For more information, see “Using Mobile Broadband with GPS (optional)” on page 40.
GPS Receiver
The GPS receiver uses satellites to determine the current location, altitude, heading, and
horizontal velocity of the tablet using a GPS receiver.
To use the GPS receiver, you do not need a network connection or an account with a mobile
broadband network carrier.
Use the Connection Manager software to start, stop, and manage the GPS receiver. For
information on the Connection Manager, see “Using the Connection Manager” on page 42.
For optimal performance when using the GPS receiver, keep the right, bottom side of the
Tablet PC clear of obstructions as the antenna is located in that area (shown below). For
example, do not hold the tablet in this area when using the GPS receiver.
GPS receiver
antenna area