What frequencies do GPS signals transmit on?

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What frequencies do GPS signals transmit on?

GPS signals are transmitted in the L-band, which is in the 1.2 to 1.6 GHz range. The two main civilian frequencies are about 1227.60 MHz (L2) and 1575.42 MHz (L1). Modern receivers also use the L5 signal at 1176.45 MHz for improved accuracy and reliability. So, the standard pair you’d recall for GPS transmissions is 1227.60 MHz and 1575.42 MHz.

GPS signals are transmitted in the L-band, which is in the 1.2 to 1.6 GHz range. The two main civilian frequencies are about 1227.60 MHz (L2) and 1575.42 MHz (L1). Modern receivers also use the L5 signal at 1176.45 MHz for improved accuracy and reliability. So, the standard pair you’d recall for GPS transmissions is 1227.60 MHz and 1575.42 MHz.

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