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Q: Why does my unit show Module Not Responding? (GPS PA)
Answer: The GPs receiver (antenna) is not communicating with the unit. With a blue connector unit, both branches of the power cable that have red and black wires MUST be connected to a 12 volt source.
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Microsoft Word - NMEA 2000 General Information Pamphlet...
Answer: Both GPS units would show the warning "GPS module not responding." Since there's not an available socket for the second GPS unit, you'll need to use a network expansion cable to increase your options.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/NMEA 2000/NMEA2000_General_Information (Y-Cable).pdf
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Q: Why does my unit show Oklahoma on the map. (GPS PA)
Answer: Lowrance is based in Ok, so that is the default setting. As soon as the unit locks onto your current position, the map will move to where you are.
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Related Topics: GPS FAQs (13), GPS Information (12)
NMEA 2000 Networks General Info (T-Conn)
Answer: Sonar-GPS display unit Network with two sonar-GPS display units, a GPS module and temp sensor.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/NMEA 2000/NMEA2000NetworksGeneralInfo (T-Conn).pdf
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Remote Antenna Information
Answer: Caution: If you do not connect the external antenna to the GPS unit correctly it could prevent the unit from receiving satellite signals with the external antenna.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/Accessories/FA8_and_RAA3_Product_Bulletin_041007.pdf
PDF (599K)
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GPS
Answer: With a fixed mount GPS, an external antenna allows you to mount the display unit in a cabin or under a roof and still track the satellites with the placement of the antenna under the open sky.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/FAQS/GPS.htm
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Related Topics: GPS FAQs (13), GPS Information (12)
GPS LOCK PROBLEMS
Answer: * Internal GPS Receiver: GPS units with internal receivers or antennas also need to be used where the top of the unit (where the antenna/receiver is located) has as clear a view of the sky as possible.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/TroubleShooting/GPS Lock Problems_TS.htm
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Related Topics: Troubleshooting FAQs (2), TroubleShooting (2)
GPS
Answer: GPS units with an external antenna: Plug in the external antenna. Once the unit senses the presence of the external antenna, the demo mode should be disabled.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/FAQS/GPS.htm
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Related Topics: GPS FAQs (13), GPS Information (12)
Remote Antenna Information
Answer: The FA-8 antenna module does not draw power from the GPS unit.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/Accessories/FA8_and_RAA3_Product_Bulletin_041007.pdf
PDF (599K)
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GPS
Answer: The GPS module not responding error is specific to units that are not recognizing the GPS module.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/FAQS/GPS.htm
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Related Topics: GPS FAQs (13), GPS Information (12)
GPS-Modules
Answer: In some cases, the error indication of "GPS Module not Responding" can remain.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/FAQS/Module-Questions.htm
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Microsoft Word - NMEA 2000 General Information Pamphlet...
Answer: You've got two GPS display units on your boat, and you want them both to receive signal information from one GPS receiver.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/NMEA 2000/NMEA2000_General_Information (Y-Cable).pdf
PDF (745K)
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Remote Antenna Information
Answer: The GPS unit will automatically switch between the active RAA-3 external antenna module and the unit's internal antenna.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/Accessories/FA8_and_RAA3_Product_Bulletin_041007.pdf
PDF (599K)
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Outputting iGPS data on NMEA 2000 Network
Answer: When the iGPS unit is powered and has a GPS lock, it will output its data onto the NMEA 2000 network and allow other devices on the network to display GPS information, eliminating the need for an external GPS antenna.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/referencedocs/Technical Docs/iGPS_NMEA_Output.pdf
PDF (33K)
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GPS
Answer: With an Automotive GPS unit, a remote antenna enables you to place the antenna anywhere on the dashboard where the signal reception is best.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/FAQS/GPS.htm
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Related Topics: GPS FAQs (13), GPS Information (12)
Remote Antenna Information
Answer: Plug the external antenna's "male" connector into the GPS unit's antenna socket.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/Accessories/FA8_and_RAA3_Product_Bulletin_041007.pdf
PDF (599K)
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Remote Antenna Information
Answer: Check the documentation included with the GPS unit to determine if it is compatible with the external antenna module.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/Accessories/FA8_and_RAA3_Product_Bulletin_041007.pdf
PDF (599K)
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NMEA 2000 Networks General Info (T-Conn)
Answer: Lowrance NMEA 2000 network with display unit, GPS module and temp sensor. Or you could connect two sonar-GPS combo display units to the network, an LGC-2000 and a temp sensor.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/NMEA 2000/NMEA2000NetworksGeneralInfo (T-Conn).pdf
PDF (1228K)
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Outputting iGPS data on NMEA 2000 Network
Answer: The iGPS unit can provide GPS data over the NMEA 2000 network without an external antenna.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/referencedocs/Technical Docs/iGPS_NMEA_Output.pdf
PDF (33K)
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GPS
Answer: With a Handheld GPS unit, a remote antenna enables you to place the unit in a pocket and still track your position.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/FAQS/GPS.htm
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Related Topics: GPS FAQs (13), GPS Information (12)
NMEA 2000 Networks General Info (T-Conn)
Answer: Sonar or GPS display unit Sonar or GPS display unit
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/NMEA 2000/NMEA2000NetworksGeneralInfo (T-Conn).pdf
PDF (1228K)
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Remote Antenna Information
Answer: Since the view of the sky is restricted to what can be seen through the vehicle's windows, sometimes the GPS unit will operate best with an optional external antenna mounted to the windshield, on the dash or on top of the vehicle.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/Accessories/FA8_and_RAA3_Product_Bulletin_041007.pdf
PDF (599K)
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NMEA 2000 Connection Guide (Y-Cable)
Answer: This device contains the unit's external antenna and receiver for GPS and WAAS signals.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/NMEA 2000/NMEA 2000 Conn. Guide (Y-cable).pdf
PDF (195K)
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NMEA 2000 Networks General Info (T-Conn)
Answer: (that is, the extension cables) to the GPS display unit.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/NMEA 2000/NMEA2000NetworksGeneralInfo (T-Conn).pdf
PDF (1228K)
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Communications Check Test
Answer: Setup the settings as shown below to configure your computer to listen to your GPS Unit.
Location: http://primus.lowrance.com/icr/referencedocs/Technical Docs/Communications Check Test.pdf
PDF (221K)
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