RTK Network Configuration

IMPORTANT: Anytime the radio is reconfigured or changed, power must be cycled at the GPS receiver before continuing. The receiver must be receiving a 3-D position mode.

Radio Channel - RTK

NOTE: 10 Radio Channels are available. The default Radio Channel is 1.

Press input box and enter value (1 - 10)

The Radio Channel may be changed if other RTK systems are operating in area interference is causing decreased base station communication performance.

Network ID › RTK

NOTE: 4000 network ID's are available, default ID is 1.

Press input box and enter value (1 - 4000)

Network ID for base station and vehicle receiver must match. If more than one base station with same Network ID numbers are within range, vehicle may lock on to either one of the base stations. To prevent this from happening, be sure to use unique network ID.

Repeater › RTK

NOTE: Radio can be configured to act separately as repeater. A repeater is required if obstructions (i.e. trees, hills, etc) exist between base station and vehicle(s).

A repeater consists of

  • Radio (configured as a repeater)
  • Harness
  • Mounting Bracket
  • 12 volt Power Source

To configure radio as repeater:

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Press: MENU button >> STARFIRE ITC button >> RTK softkey

Select RTK Operating Mode (Vehicle, Quick Survey Base or Absolute Base)

NOTE: A radio can be configured as a repeater from any RTK Operating Mode.

1. Disconnect original radio from receiver
2. Connect radio to be configured to receiver RTK harness.
3. Check that the radio serial number and software version are displayed.
4. Check that base station, vehicle, and repeater have same Frequency, Network ID and Radio Channel.
5. Press START button located under Configure Repeater Radio
6. Radio will configure as repeater
7. Disconnect repeater radio from receiver and wiring harness
8. Reconnect original radio

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