XGPS 160 not connecting to android

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XGPS 160 not connecting to android

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xgps160 error message

connection failed: read failed, socket might closed or timeout, read:-ret 1

That is the message I receive when I try to connect via bluetooth gps program installed as suggested.

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Re: XGPS 160 not connecting to android

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Where do you get this message when doing what?
Please post your system configuration in addition.

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Re: XGPS 160 not connecting to android

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I receive this msg after I press connect on the bluetooth app. Downloaded bluetooth app as suggested. Went through instructions to make sure it was set up. Then when it comes to connecting to gps to my phone after about 10 seconds that error msg comes up.

Not sure what is meant system configuration. I have a galaxy s5, if that is the question.

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Re: XGPS 160 not connecting to android

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Downloaded gps app from playstore as directed. Ensure all functions were checked as stated in harrys lap timer as well as dual xgps 160. When I try to connect from the downloaded gps app I get the above msg. On the main gps the blue light blinks every second indicating it is not linked. Phone says it is paired, but again when I press connect on gps app after about 10 seconds I get the above message.
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Re: XGPS 160 not connecting to android

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There is no Bluetooth app needed. Or the other way around: get rid of anything accessing your XGPS except LapTimer. Instructions how to connect your XGPS are available here: viewtopic.php?f=39&t=2463

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Re: XGPS 160 not connecting to android

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That was it. Connected now.

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Re: XGPS 160 not connecting to android

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Yeah, it says its working now. Yep, do not need the gps helper.

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