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dewyg
08-18-2009, 08:00 AM
Anyone losing GPS position? My 111 has been doing this and it also states gps module not responding! I changed the battery with a new one and it has occured again
I've been having a similar problem with my 111C. It seems to be an intermittent problem. It'll work when I start out, then loose the signal, regain it, loose it again, etc. I'll be interested to see what people suggest here.
dewyg
08-20-2009, 07:14 AM
Come on gang! Anyone have a suggestion
There has been a ton of talk about this. You would probably have the best luck searching the site for previous threads. Lots of good info there that should help get your gps fixed.
Out of curiosity when did it start doing this, any relationship to a software upgrade?
corvette744
08-22-2009, 05:58 AM
Did you install the newest software update version 2.1.0 2nd do you have wass turned on if so turn it off and i bet it takes care of it.
Triton HWA
08-22-2009, 08:49 AM
The WAAS must be off or it will give you trouble. I assume whis is external antenna, make sure connections are very clean and tight, pin fitment is a must. The serisal data from the antenna is very tender will not tolarate poor connectivity. Also the voltage and ground to the unit both antenna and the GPS must be excellant. there is a small threshold of acceptable voltage, I think Lorance told me 11 volts which means top notch battery and charging systems and perfect connections both power and ground
dewyg
08-22-2009, 09:07 PM
No I have not updated the system.
Unlogged
08-24-2009, 03:36 PM
I have a 2007 model 113C-HD with a 3000 series antenna. I get the position lost message at least 20 times during a 4 hour fishing trip. I have replaced the GPS antenna at my expense and Lowrance replaced my 113C-HD last fall. Neither of these two solutions solved the problem.
What I don't understand is when I get the position lost message if I power down the 113C-HD and then power right back up the unit will lock very quickly and stay locked for 30 minutes if I am lucky.
I have been a Lowrance fan all of my fishing career but this unit has me seriously considering Hummingbird electronics on my next boat.
Any thoughts or suggestions are appreciated.
Thanks
Unlogged
08-24-2009, 03:42 PM
PS: The WAAS is turned off on my 113C-HD.
lou gill
08-24-2009, 04:12 PM
All,
My dealer has replaced the backbone connection...it must be the backbone connection that has the Maroon (red) screw down caps...the blue connections were not screw down and would bend and loose connections.
Lou
Unlogged
08-25-2009, 07:28 AM
Ttt
polarcraft178
08-25-2009, 08:35 PM
i am having the same problem . i did a soft reset and worked for 2 days and then started the same thing over again . i kknow it is the unit because i have a 38 on the bow and it still picks up gps when the 111 goes out . this could be a money maker if some one finds a solution for this problem . if i find a cure i will suer post it asap .
corvette744
08-26-2009, 05:30 AM
I would offer you guys 2 suggestions 1 go to this site me and my partners site and ask ken.http://www.westcoastfishing.com/Lowrance-Electronics-f4293.aspx The other would be a freind of mine Mel christensen he offers 2 classes a year on lowrance electronics-you can call him i sure he would help you,he is a super nice guy.Tell him the guy at ray chevrolet told you to call.http://www.fishwithmel.com/ if that doesnt work i dont no.