Can we get GPS coordinate without inserting SIM card?

Hi,

Yes, you can get only the GPS data without using a SIM card. We have the GPS/GNSS sample. 

Here is the sample: https://github.com/nrfconnect/sdk-nrf/tree/v1.9.1/samples/nrf9160/gnss 

Here is the docs: https://developer.nordicsemi.com/nRF_Connect_SDK/doc/1.9.1/nrf/samples/nrf9160/gnss/README.html#nrf9160-gnss 

Regards,
Jonathan

Hi Jonathan,

I just get board few days ago, and i don't have any experience with nRF board so 1st time i build and flash Hello_Wold program and getting output on  LTE link monito. Now want to get GPS coordinate without insert SIM card so as you said i build and flash sample program and seeing output on LTE link monitor, it's showing

not getting GPS coordinate, please help for getting it.

thanks & Regards

Sachin 

You need to be outside with a clear view of the sky, GPS does not work inside.

Regards,
Jonathan

Hi Jonathan,

If i buy and attached external antenna for nRF9160DK (v1.1.0), will i get better signal? so can i use it in indoor. if yes, let me know from where i can buy it.

SachinGupta said:

If i buy and attached external antenna for nRF9160DK (v1.1.0), will i get better signal?

Yes

SachinGupta said:

so can i use it in indoor.

No



GPS generally does not work inside due to the fact that the GNSS signals don't penetrate buildings very well. So if you are a somewhere where there are many tall buildings then expect results to be bad on ground level. If you place the antenna on the rooftop then you should be able to get a GPS fix. 

Regards,
Jonathan