PROBLEM

Unable to connect to Bluetooth GPS within ArcPad

Last Published: April 25, 2020

Description

User unable to connect to Bluetooth GPS device within ArcPad, but GPS functionality works correctly when run in built-in GPS application installed on device.

Cause

This is caused by the built-in GPS application running on the device when the user attempts to turn on GPS functionality within ArcPad by way of GPS drop-down menu.

Solution or Workaround

Close all built-in GPS programs on the device; then restart ArcPad and connect to Bluetooth GPS via GPS Preferences option from GPS drop-down menu.

    Article ID:000009641

    Software:
    • ArcPad Prev

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