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## GPS (DSC-HX7V only)

The camera is not receiving a GPS signal.

- Set [GPS setting] to [On]. [Details]

- Your camera may not be able to receive radio signals from GPS satellites because of obstructions.

- To triangulate the location information correctly, bring your camera to an open area, and turn on the camera again.

Excessive error in location information.

- The margin of error can be up to several-hundred meters depending on surrounding buildings, weak GPS signals, etc.

It takes time to triangulate although [GPS assist data] is taken in.

- [Date & Time Setting] is not set, or set time is shifted greatly. Set the date and time correctly. [Details]

- The term of validity of GPS assist data has expired. Update GPS assist data. [Details]

- As the positions of GPS satellites vary constantly, it may take longer to determine the location or the receiver may not be able to determine the location at all, depending on the location and time you use the camera.

- “GPS” is a system for determining geographic location by triangulating radio signals from GPS satellites. Avoid using the camera in places where radio signals are blocked or reflected, such as a shadowy place surrounded by buildings or trees, etc. Use the camera in open sky environments.

The location or direction information has not been recorded.

- The shooting direction is not recorded when shooting movies.

- Use “PMB” to import the movies with GPS location information to your computer.

Excessive error in compass information

- Do not place the camera in close proximity to a magnetic source, or a metal.

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