Waas, Satellite strength – Garmin Rino 120 User Manual

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WAAS

The Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) capability

produces a more accurate position fix. When enabled

(GPS set to Normal and WAAS set to Enabled through

the System Setup Page; also the interface must be set to

something other than RTCM mode), this feature searches

for WAAS satellites near your location and then receives

data for correcting differentials in the GPS satellite

signals. WAAS satellite numbers begin at number 33

or above and are displayed on the Satellite Page. When

differential correction data has been received for GPS

satellites (numbers 32 or below), a D displays in the

signal bar. It is helpful to orient the unit antenna toward

the WAAS satellite shown in the skyview. To learn more

about the WAAS System, refer to the Federal Aviation

Administration Web site (

http://gps.faa.gov/

). Because

the Rino 120 relies on satellite signals to provide you

with navigational guidance, the unit’s view of the sky

determines how fast you achieve navigational status. GPS

signals do not travel through heavy objects or people. For

best results, keep the unit in clear view of the sky. The

WAAS system is only available in the U.S.

Satellite Page using WAAS

Satellite Strength

At least three satellite signals are needed to determine

your location; otherwise the unit displays a “Poor

Satellite Reception” message with four options:
Use with GPS Off—Select this option if you want

GPS off.
New Location—Select this option if you have moved

more than 600 miles (from where you last used the unit).

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