5 tips to improve your GPS signal
Follow these 5 tips
- Update your software
- Turn on training mode
- Stand still
- Hold the watch up up in the air
- Replace your old watch
Tip 1. Update your software
Make sure the software of the sports watch is up to date. You can always find the latest update on the accompanying online or mobile platform of your watch. Do you have a watch with a QuickGPSfix? It can help to synchronize the watch before your workout, because it'll receive data on which satellite is where at what time. In short, it'll know where the signal is coming from.
Tip 2. Turn on the training mode
Most sports watches won't start looking for a GPS signal until you select the training mode. Otherwise, it'll use battery power unnecessarily. Turn on the training mode during your warm-up, so you can get started right after. Make sure to go outside, since GPS doesn't work inside.
Tip 3. Stand still
Are you already running or cycling while the watch is still looking for a connection? It's possible that it won't find any satellites. That's why you should stand still before you start your workout. It may take a few minutes for the watch to find enough satellites. Once it's connected and the watch has an idea of where the GPS signal comes from, you won't lose your connection as easily.
Tip 4. Raise the watch in the air
Is the watch taking a long time to find a GPS connection? It can help to point the watch upwards and hold your arm still. It's also a good idea to walk to an open area, far away from tall buildings and trees. The signal is weaker in an area with a lot of trees or in a city. This decreases the accuracy.
Tip 5. Replace your old watch
As long as a supplier supports a watch, it'll receive software updates. If a watch no longer receives any updates, your GPS performs poorly, and the above tips don't help, you could consider buying a new watch. In addition to an accurate GPS sensor, a new watch model offers more advantages.
