Shows the number of tracked satellites (three are required to retrieve latitude and longitude, four are required to resolve altitude). Generally, the larger the number of satellites tracked, the more accurate the GPS information.
Latitude and Longitude
Shows location in degrees, minutes, and seconds.
Altitude
Shows altitude information in meters.
Fix Available
The cold start search sets are established to ensure that at least three satellites are acquired within the first couple of minutes. When the three satellites are found, the receiver computes an initial fix (typically in less that two minutes). Fix Available: No means that the initial position has not been established.
Almanac Complete
The system Almanac contains information about the satellites in the constellation, ionospheric data, and special system messages. In a cold start, the GPS receiver does not have any navigation data, so the receiver does not have a current almanac. A complete system almanac is not required to achieve a first position fix. The availability of the almanac, however, can significantly reduce the time to first fix.
Antenna Status
OK and Short/Open
• OK: Antenna is connected properly and is working properly.
• Short/Open: A short or open exists between the antenna and the connection. If this message is displayed, then remove and reconnect the GPS antenna. If the message persists, then try another Anritsu GPS antenna. If the message persists, contact your nearest Anritsu Service Center (refer to Contacting Anritsu for Sales and Service).