Troubleshooting Common Issues
Last updated: 2026-01-28
## Device Issues ### Device Not Responding | Symptom | Likely Cause | Solution | | ------- | ------------ | -------- | | No haptic on power button | Dead battery | Charge for 30 minutes | | No haptic after charging | Device fault | Contact support | ### GPS Not Fixing | Symptom | Likely Cause | Solution | | ------- | ------------ | -------- | | Orange LED blinking > 5 min | Poor sky view | Move to open area | | Never gets GPS lock | Hardware issue | Swap device | ### Battery Issues | Symptom | Likely Cause | Solution | | ------- | ------------ | -------- | | Fast battery drain | Cold temperature | Expect reduced capacity | | Won't charge | USB cable issue | Try different cable | ## App Issues ### NFC Not Working 1. Ensure NFC is enabled in phone settings 2. Hold phone flat against device 3. If repeated failures, enter device ID manually ### Assignment Errors - "Device already assigned" → Use admin override - "Runner not found" → Verify bib number ## Dashboard Issues ### Map Not Loading 1. Clear browser cache 2. Check internet connection 3. Try a different browser ### Data Delays Real-time data may be delayed by: - Poor cellular coverage at event - High mesh network load - Gateway connectivity issues