And people mean different things using the same words. However, I see GPS as an enhancement to already-existing O & M accurate wayfinding skills. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Kevin Chao" <kevinchao89@xxxxxxxxx> To: <gps-talkusers@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 6:14 PM Subject: [gps-talkusers] Re: GPS not indicating direction properly Like all things, we have different views. Personally, i see GPS being an Orientation Tool that will allow for one to be oriented to the different streets different POIs, different ways of getting from point a to point b and the other wealth of information around that is available to him/her. A cane or dog is the mobility aid that will allow for one to avoid/find obsticles and to safely get from point a to point b. Kevin _____ >From: gps-talkusers-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:gps-talkusers-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Jim Stanga Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 9:20 AM To: gps-talkusers@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [gps-talkusers] Re: GPS not indicating direction properly A GPS system is an enhancement not a replacement. A very exciting enhancement. I am new to GPS and I am pleased to say that I am really enjoying this list. Jim Stanga _____ >From: gps-talkusers-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:gps-talkusers-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Baracco, Andrew W Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 12:01 PM To: gps-talkusers@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [gps-talkusers] Re: GPS not indicating direction properly This seems to be an issue with all such GPS systems. This is one reason why these systems are no replacement for your other orientation and mobility skills. Andy _____ >From: gps-talkusers-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:gps-talkusers-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Eric Brinkman Sent: Saturday, July 26, 2008 7:58 AM To: gps-talkusers@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [gps-talkusers] GPS not indicating direction properly Hi, So I was walking around town last night trying to get used to using Sense Nav. I was with a sited person, and noticed that while it identified the near POIS correctly, it always said that they were to the left even though they were in fact on the right side of the street, where I was walking. Also, there were a couple of instances where I was literally right next to a place but I never got a "look around poi" message indicating it was there. Do I need to ajust my settings? Could I be wearing the receiver incorrectly? I am using the Hollux M-1000 clipped to the shoulder strap of the VS/SyncBraille carrying case. I normally hold it so the port used to charge it is facing downward and the light that flashes is on the front. Sometimes it ends up being sideways when I'm walking, but the light is still facing forward. Thanks in advance. Eric No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.6/1577 - Release Date: 7/28/2008 6:55 AM