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How to use Nokia Maps 1.0

Nokia Maps puts free* downloadable maps and routing from A to B in your hands, in an earth browsing experience that allows you to zoom in from the globe to the destinations of your choice. These instructions and tutorials guide you through the main features and basic use of Nokia Maps 1.0. If you are using a different version of Maps, click here to select the correct version.

*Service provider may charge for data transmission. Please contact your service provider for details.

The Basics

Using Maps 1.0

The Basics

How can I find out which version of Nokia Maps my device is using?

There are three different versions of Nokia Maps: Maps 2.0, Maps 1.0 and Maps for S40. You can find your Nokia Maps version by selecting Options > About in Nokia Maps. Discover the latest version your device is compatible with on our Compatibility & Download pages

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How can I navigate with GPS?

To navigate using Nokia Maps your mobile device will need a built-in GPS receiver, or an external GPS module.

With a Bluetooth GPS module paired to your mobile device you can determine your current position and direction easily, and upgrade to voice-guided turn-by turn navigation on Nokia Maps.

Before you start using an external GPS module, please make sure you read the user guide for the module and for the mobile device you intend to use it with.

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How do I pair the GPS module for use with Nokia Maps?

Before you can use Nokia Maps with a compatible external GPS receiver, you must pair it with your compatible mobile device. Open Nokia Maps and select Current position and Yes to connect via Bluetooth.

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How do I pair the GPS module using the Bluetooth menu?

To pair the external GPS module in the Bluetooth menu:

  1. Ensure that the GPS module and your compatible mobile device are switched on.
  2. Activate the Bluetooth feature on the mobile device, and set it to search for Bluetooth devices.
  3. Select the GPS module from the list of mobile devices found.
  4. Enter the passcode 0000* to pair and connect the GPS module to your mobile device. In some devices you may need to make the connection separately after pairing. You only need to pair the GPS module with your device once.
  5. Start using the GPS application.

When your external GPS module has successfully connected to your mobile device via Bluetooth, the Bluetooth indicator light flashes blue.*

*Device handling can vary for different GPS receivers.

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How do I get my position?

Switch on your compatible external GPS receiver by pressing and holding the power key for one second until the battery indicator light starts to flash green. If you have an inbuilt GPS receiver, it is located under your devices keypad*. Ensure nothing covers the keypad when trying to receive a GPS fix.

It takes some time for the module to position itself first time, or if it has been switched off a long time. In optimal conditions, the start-up takes about one minute. When the module is receiving satellite signals, the GPS indicator light flashes white.*

*Device handling can vary for different GPS receivers.

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How do I use navigation?

Drive navigation takes you to your destination by car, turn by turn.

For detailed instructions on using navigation, please refer to the Nokia Maps 1.0 user guide.

Maps 1.0 User guide

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How do I purchase navigation?

You can also purchase navigation direct from your device. Simply browse the map or search for your destination then follow these steps to start navigating.

  1. Select your destination by pressing the centre of the navigation key
  2. Select Add navigation
  3. Read through and accept the terms and conditions
  4. Select Purchase to view a list of countries and regions with navigable maps
  5. Select your desired region
  6. Click yes to connect to the internet and update purchase options.
  7. Select your desired license period.
  8. Select your preferred payment method
  9. Click OK to start navigating
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How report missing map data?

As the world keeps changing, please help us improve by submitting your comments about the map data.

We are drawing our map data from two different map data providers. Any information in the lower right corner of the map screen indicates you who is your current map data provider.

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Please report your comments on the map data to the provider shown in that copyright information.

You can report comments on Navteq maps here

TeleAtlas maps can be reported here

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Using Maps 1.0

How do I use the main features of Nokia Maps 1.0?

Learn more about the useful features in Nokia Maps, with hints and tips on how to use them, by viewing
this tutorial.

Learn more about the useful features in Nokia Maps, with hints and tips on how to use them, by clicking here.

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How do I upgrade to Navigation in Maps 1.0?

Learn how to upgrade Nokia Maps to voice-guided navigation with clear turn-by-turn spoken instructions to your destination, by viewing
this tutorial.


These instructions show you how to upgrade Nokia Maps to voice-guided navigation with clear turn-by-turn spoken instructions to your destination.

Navigation is an extra service which needs to be purchase prior to use and is valid for selected regions and periods of time. To upgrade to Navigation, select Options > Extra services.

Select Add navigation, and when you checked the terms and conditions, select Accept.

Select Purchase to view a list of countries and regions with navigable maps. Choose the region you want to navigate, and select OK. Click Yes to connect to the internet and update purchase options.

Choose how long you wish to purchase the license. Next, select your preferred payment option. Opt for secure credit card payment, or change the amount to your phone bill, then click OK.

Now that you have successfully upgraded, you can travel to your destination with turn-by-turn visual and voice guidance.

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How do I activate navigation in Maps 1.0?

Some Nokia devices include a navigation license for an introductory period. Learn how to activate the introductory period in this tutorial. See question 7 for step by step text instructions.
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Navigation is an extra service that can be activated for selected regions and periods of time. Some Nokia devices include a navigation license for a introductory period*. Please make sure navigation is fully activated before you begin your journey.

There are two ways to begin activation. Open Nokia Maps and select: Options > Extra services > Add navigation.

Alternatively, you can begin by opening Nokia Maps and selecting Navigate to a place, or to Start navigation on a route you have chosen.

When you have checked the terms and conditions, select Accept. When you select Purchase, you are asked to connect to the internet to check for free license availability or purchase options. Select Yes.**

If your Nokia device includes a navigation license for an introductory period, navigation will then be activated within your region for the allotted time.

Now that you have successfully activated navigation, you can travel to your destination with turn-by-turn visual and voice guidance.*** You can purchase and continue to use navigation after the introductory period, or purchase navigation in other regions by selecting Options > Extra services > Add navigation.

The availability of the inclusive navigation period and preinstalled maps may vary by region. Check with the Nokia dealer nearest to you.

** When you connect to the license server your service provider may charge for data transmission. Please contact your service provider for details.

*** When you download voice guidance your service provider may charge for data transmission. Please contact your service provider for details

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How do I start using A-GPS with Maps on my mobile device with internal GPS receiver?

When you use Nokia Maps for the first time, you have to define an internet access point for downloading map information and using A-GPS. The device asks: Access point is required for secure positioning. Define now? or Assisted GPS and network based positioning requires a network connection. Enable network usage and define access point now?. The question depends on your device. To define the access point that A-GPS will use, select Yes. If you select No, you can define the access point later: select Menu > Tools > Settings > General > Positioning > Positioning Methods > Assisted GPS.

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How do I disable A-GPS with Maps on my mobile device with internal GPS receiver?

You can disable A-GPS and use standalone GPS instead.

To disable A-GPS, select Menu > Tools > Settings > General > Positioning > Positioning Methods > Assisted GPS.

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How can I get the A-GPS to my mobile device with internal GPS receiver?

To download the updated software that has the A-GPS settings built in, use the Nokia Software Updater. It is a free PC application, which allows you to update the device software on compatible Nokia devices.

The link to Nokia Software Updater is available in the most recent versions of Nokia PC Suite software or directly at http://www.nokia.com/softwareupdate

The availability of particular products, services and features may vary by region. These specifications are subject to change without notice.

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