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GPS setting (SLT-A77V only)
The time for the GPS acquiring location information can be shortened by
taking in GPS assist data.
If the camera connects to the computer with the supplied “PMB” software
installed, the GPS assist data can be updated automatically.
To check the state of GPS assist data
MENU button t 1 t [GPS Settings] t [Use GPS Assist
Data]
Notes
• The computer is required to connect to the Internet when updating data.
• If the term of validity of assist data has run out, the time until you can record
location information cannot be shortened. It is recommended that you update the
assist data regularly. The expiration date of the assist data is about 30 days.
• If [Date/Time Setup] is not set, or set time is shifted greatly, the time for the GPS
acquiring location information cannot be shortened.
• The assist data service may be closed for various reasons.
To update the GPS assist data by inserting a memory card into the
computer
Start up [GPS Support Tool] from (PMB Launcher), select the memory
card drive from your computer, and then update the GPS assist data. Insert
the memory card that has been updated into the camera.
Your camera maintains correct clock time by using GPS to acquire time
information during starting up. The time is corrected when the power is
turned off.
MENU button t 1 t [GPS Settings] t [GPS Auto Time Cor.]
t [On]
Notes
• [GPS Auto Time Cor.] is invalid if [GPS On/Off] is set to [Off].
• You must set [Date/Time Setup] on the camera before using it.
GPS Assist Data
GPS Auto Time Cor.