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GPS signal loss & shutdown

7/31/2011 7:43 PM

rvanpd

Joined: 1/8/2010

Posts: 55

Re: GPS signal loss & shutdown

In my case, I flew the same course reversed just several days before, same freqs etc. with no issues. My concern is that per the FAA Notam, there was GPS testing going on at Beatty, NV and that may have been part of the problem. Makes one wonder just how bad the LightSquared mobile network really will be if permitted to be implemented.

8/12/2011 8:18 PM

bobrec

Joined: 6/7/2011

Posts: 7

Re: GPS signal loss & shutdown

Walter Boyd wrote:

Robert,

I'm sorry you are having this problem. The signal loss could be due to the frequent reboots. And a reboot like you describe is almost always caused because of a loose power connection. Can you check the DC wire - jiggle it at both ends, see if this causes a reboot. If the wire is bad we can send you a replacement. Also check the cig lighter jack - if the connection is lose in there you might need to clean it out to ensure a good solid contact. Do you ever have this problem with the AC cord?

Thanks,
Walter

Walter, I'm sorry it's taken me so long to get back to you. I checked both power connections frequently and they seemed secure. The avionics tech I checked the cigar plug connection and it passed his inspection. I'll make a point of making sure the connections are good and get back you if the problem persists.

Robert Cressman Cessna 150G - KRDG

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