Nikon D5300 GPS won't get a location lock
Asked 11/12/2018
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I recently bought a Nikon D5300, but I can't get the built-in GPS/location data to lock. The GPS icon flashes, but I never see any signal-strength bars. I also updated the A-GPS file, but that didn't help.
The seller checked the serial number and says it's a European model, so it shouldn't be affected by any region-related GPS restrictions. They've offered a replacement or refund, but before I do that I want to make sure I'm not missing something.
Is it normal for the D5300 GPS to take a long time to lock, and does it need to be tested outdoors in open space?
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Before going further will be wise to check and go outside. Then switch on the camera and GPS and wait at least 10 minutes. Then you can try to take some photos and check if they have location in EXIF. GPS is not reliable indoor.
Also is important to keep camera active by taking photo every minute for example or half pressing the shutter button.
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Yes — first test it outdoors in an open area. GPS reception is often poor or unavailable indoors, so not getting a lock inside doesn’t necessarily mean the camera is faulty.
Turn the camera on, enable GPS, and wait at least 10 minutes for an initial lock. It can help to keep the camera awake during this time by half-pressing the shutter or taking a photo every minute. After that, take a few shots and check whether location data was written into the EXIF metadata.
If it still never shows signal bars or records location after an outdoor test with enough time, then a fault is possible and the seller’s replacement/refund offer may be the right next step.
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