CPE
What is CPE on an Outdoor
Product?
- Connected Predictive Ephemeris
(CPE) files allow GPS receivers to predict where satellites will be in the
sky, significantly reducing signal acquisition time.
- Without current CPE information loaded, the
GPSr can require several minutes to locate available GNSS signals.
- With current CPE information loaded, the GPSr
will usually find available GNSS signals within just a few seconds.
- Tip:
The CPE file provides global constellation coverage and does not need to be
updated after changing location.
How do I check CPE Status?
- CPE status can be checked in the
'System > About' or 'Setup > About' page on many Garmin outdoor products.
- You can also manually check the 'Date
modified' status for the [GPSr]\Garmin\GPS\CPE.BIN
file on your device.
- CPE files do expire, and are usually
only good for a range of 3-14 days.
- Sync the device regularly to keep
CPE data current.
How is CPE Data Downloaded?
- Satellite location information is refreshed
periodically when your GPSr syncs data with your smart phone.
- This data is also refreshed if the device has
not been used in over 30 days, or when it has traveled more than 200 miles
from its last satellite connection.
- Frequently syncing your GPSr via the Garmin
Connect or Explore mobile apps, Garmin Express, or by connecting to an active Wi-Fi
network will ensure the most current satellite location information is always
available.