# RTK Base Setup

**URL:** https://discourse.agopengps.com/c/rtk-base-setup/6.md

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## [About the RTK Base Setup category](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/about-the-rtk-base-setup-category/15)

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**Author:** [@Aortner](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Aortner)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [12 October 2019 05:45 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/about-the-rtk-base-setup-category/15 "2019-10-12T05:45:35Z")

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Post all RTK base and setup questions here! If you have a question about connecting to RTK signals in AgIO/AgOpenGPS, please post to the software topic. Use the following paragraphs for a longer description, or to estab…

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## [Improved konfiguration files for f9p with firmware 1.13](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/improved-konfiguration-files-for-f9p-with-firmware-1-13/2923)

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**Author:** [@Aortner](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Aortner)\
**Replies:** 188\
**Last updated:** [4 June 2022 16:41 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/improved-konfiguration-files-for-f9p-with-firmware-1-13/2923 "2022-06-04T16:41:16Z")

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Here are 2 config files for f9p with my config worked out with ardusimple team. config for base station with msm4 messages at 1 hertz - usb output baseortner.zip (3,8 KB) config for rover (agopengps version) roverort…

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## [Ublox F9P - Config for rover](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/ublox-f9p-config-for-rover/308)

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**Author:** [@Aortner](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Aortner)\
**Replies:** 125\
**Last updated:** [20 July 2024 14:25 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/ublox-f9p-config-for-rover/308 "2024-07-20T14:25:06Z")

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Download latest version of ucenter at : https://www.u-blox.com/de/product/u-center Update Firmware of f9p : https://www.u-blox.com/sites/default/files/UBX\_F9\_100\_HPG\_112\_ZED\_F9P.a26bfd58dfd11c233f8fdba6b99adc5a.bin …

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## [Is the UM982 an F9P killer for AOG?](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/is-the-um982-an-f9p-killer-for-aog/13960)

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**Author:** [@chri5k](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/chri5k)\
**Replies:** 643\
**Last updated:** [29 October 2026 08:51 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/is-the-um982-an-f9p-killer-for-aog/13960 "2026-10-29T08:51:19Z")

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The Unicorecomm UM982 has some impressive specifications and capabilities that, on paper, seem seem to obviate the need for single F9P/IMU or dual F9P’s. 1 Ghz dual core processor Dual antenna heading solutions Up to …

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## [RTKBase: a GUI for your own Gnss Base Station](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/rtkbase-a-gui-for-your-own-gnss-base-station/2341)

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**Author:** [@Stefal](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Stefal)\
**Replies:** 1111\
**Last updated:** [4 October 2026 17:47 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/rtkbase-a-gui-for-your-own-gnss-base-station/2341 "2026-10-04T17:47:49Z")

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RTKBase v2.6.3 is available! : More informations here RTKBase v2.6.0 is available! : More informations here RTKBase v2.5.0 is available! : More informations here RTKBase v2.4.0 is available! : More informations here B…

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## [RTK fix dropping out](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/rtk-fix-dropping-out/18662)

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**Author:** [@Matthias](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Matthias)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [24 September 2026 04:07 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/rtk-fix-dropping-out/18662 "2026-09-24T04:07:13Z")

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Hi, I’m having an issue with RTK dropping out regularly. My field is in a valley with tall trees on all sides but even when driving in the center of the field RTK fix will revert to float or I will even lose RTK all toge…

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## [How to construct a ground base station using UM982](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/how-to-construct-a-ground-base-station-using-um982/20991)

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**Author:** [@reve](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/reve)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [18 September 2026 17:01 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/how-to-construct-a-ground-base-station-using-um982/20991 "2026-09-18T17:01:34Z")

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There are several uncertain issues: How to quickly obtain benchmarks without using network RTK; Currently, we are using the PPP-B2B model for acquisition, with a time frame of 25-35 minutes. The manufacturer’s time is…

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## [Programming a base, pi imager wont allow customization settings](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/programming-a-base-pi-imager-wont-allow-customization-settings/20403)

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**Author:** [@dialedin](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/dialedin)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [5 September 2026 18:10 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/programming-a-base-pi-imager-wont-allow-customization-settings/20403 "2026-09-05T18:10:42Z")

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Hello, in the process of programming my base. I’ve downloaded the rtk base image (2-6-1-1) for my pi 3b, but the pi imager i’ve downloaded (v2.0.6) wont let me choose any customization for base name, wifi settings etc, t…

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## [RTK Base and Rover with UM980 Module (Only Navigation)](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/rtk-base-and-rover-with-um980-module-only-navigation/20968)

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**Author:** [@Hall0wMan31](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Hall0wMan31)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [1 August 2026 15:49 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/rtk-base-and-rover-with-um980-module-only-navigation/20968 "2026-08-01T15:49:24Z")

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Hello! I bought an UM980 RTK module from AliExpress (BDLX gnss), and i would like to create a base, and a rover too. My idea was creating the base first with a Raspberry Pi, you know RTKBase from github. And i would like…

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## [Multiple RTK Base Stations using XBEE](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/multiple-rtk-base-stations-using-xbee/20815)

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**Author:** [@Donster](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Donster)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [26 May 2026 09:43 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/multiple-rtk-base-stations-using-xbee/20815 "2026-05-26T09:43:22Z")

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I have an existing F9P Base station but I have 2 farms that are too far apart for one base station to reach the 2nd farm. Can I correct this issue by simply adding a second base station with an XBEE at the 2nd farm? I am…

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## [Kuhn Quanteon E2 speed input](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/kuhn-quanteon-e2-speed-input/16185)

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**Author:** [@Reltub](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Reltub)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [24 May 2026 06:42 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/kuhn-quanteon-e2-speed-input/16185 "2026-05-24T06:42:30Z")

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Hi, has anyone managed to work out how to wire the quanteon e2 control box to Agopengps for a speed reading? If so could some one please explain. Thank you

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## [quantron a](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/quantron-a/18310)

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**Author:** [@scratch](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/scratch)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [18 May 2026 05:57 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/quantron-a/18310 "2026-05-18T05:57:37Z")

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I can’t find a cable to connect a quantron a box to the tablet (pcb aio v4.5 micro) to have the speed at the fertilizer spreader.

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## [RTK Base NTRIP Case Pro 1200, No Compatible Mount Point...](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/rtk-base-ntrip-case-pro-1200-no-compatible-mount-point/20546)

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**Author:** [@Farmboy94](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Farmboy94)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [8 April 2026 01:51 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/rtk-base-ntrip-case-pro-1200-no-compatible-mount-point/20546 "2026-04-08T01:51:27Z")

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I setup a RTK Base, using NTRIP with the local caster and it all seems to work fantastic with AgOpen! But I have a Case 310 that’s running a Pro 1200 Monitor for Autosteer/GPS, with NTRIP that I didn’t switch over to Ag…

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## [Base station Caster Table not showing up on tractor](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/base-station-caster-table-not-showing-up-on-tractor/20566)

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**Author:** [@Golfnut](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Golfnut)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [3 April 2026 00:22 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/base-station-caster-table-not-showing-up-on-tractor/20566 "2026-04-03T00:22:31Z")

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I realize this is not an AOG question but I have a SNIP (free version) caster that is broadcasting three different base stations. I have zero problems connecting to it with a CaseIH Pro 1200, Trimble FMX, TMX 2050, and …

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## [RTK-using GEODNET base stations](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/rtk-using-geodnet-base-stations/14855)

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**Author:** [@BBarn](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/BBarn)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [26 March 2026 18:10 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/rtk-using-geodnet-base-stations/14855 "2026-03-26T18:10:36Z")

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If you can consume NTRIP at your location, check out what GEDNET is doing. 3600 plus base stations and growing. Can purchase data on a monthly basis for about $50 … no contracts. Or setup your own and contribute to ne…

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## [Do I need to register with centipede RTK to use my data?](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/do-i-need-to-register-with-centipede-rtk-to-use-my-data/20534)

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**Author:** [@wdapp33](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/wdapp33)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [25 March 2026 17:12 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/do-i-need-to-register-with-centipede-rtk-to-use-my-data/20534 "2026-03-25T17:12:21Z")

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I’m trying to set up a RTK base station using centipede. I have not registered my base station with centipede yet because I’m still testing stuff and it’s not in it’s final location. Despite this I think I’m still acce…

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## [Base station/Rover with future use as autosteer](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/base-station-rover-with-future-use-as-autosteer/20251)

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**Author:** [@PecanFarmer](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/PecanFarmer)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [11 March 2026 16:09 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/base-station-rover-with-future-use-as-autosteer/20251 "2026-03-11T16:09:21Z")

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Background information: We’re new to agriculture and we’re also probably a little different than the norm here as we’re planting a pecan orchard which is a fixed crop as opposed to row crops, seasonal crops, etc… We pl…

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## [simpleRTK3B Pro ardusimple](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/simplertk3b-pro-ardusimple/7411)

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**Author:** [@Bada](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Bada)\
**Replies:** 41\
**Last updated:** [7 March 2026 15:51 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/simplertk3b-pro-ardusimple/7411 "2026-03-07T15:51:21Z")

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Hello everyone, have someone already checked out the new GPS from Ardusimple with triple Band L1L2L5? It is double the price, but it it worth to give it a try? Regards, Peter https://www.ardusimple.com/simplertk3b-rec…

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## [Dual Antenna vs Single Antenna + IMU](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/dual-antenna-vs-single-antenna-imu/7414)

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**Author:** [@Hansdampf](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Hansdampf)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [6 March 2026 07:37 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/dual-antenna-vs-single-antenna-imu/7414 "2026-03-06T07:37:13Z")

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Hello, right now i’m running a Dual F9P Setup on my Case Puma 200. On these tractors the Cabin suspension is really good, which also means it moves a lot. Does the Cabin movement affect the Dual Antennas a lot when they …

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## [SNIP with rtkdata.online](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/snip-with-rtkdata-online/19964)

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**Author:** [@E142631](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/E142631)\
**Replies:** 25\
**Last updated:** [2 March 2026 23:26 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/snip-with-rtkdata-online/19964 "2026-03-02T23:26:35Z")

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I just switched to rtkdata.online for hosting my rtk base. I feed the f9p into snip via usb then push out to rtkdata.online it seems sometimes i have to restart the connection at the base station or my rover wont reciev…

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## [Want to run John Deere 6000's rtk unlocked with third party NTRIP](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/want-to-run-john-deere-6000s-rtk-unlocked-with-third-party-ntrip/18751)

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**Author:** [@KFBR392](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/KFBR392)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [25 February 2026 22:39 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/want-to-run-john-deere-6000s-rtk-unlocked-with-third-party-ntrip/18751 "2026-02-25T22:39:11Z")

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I’m trying to figure out the best way to get off of JD’s rtk subscription for our 6000 receivers. They are unlocked to RTK and would like to be done with the radios without starting the unlock Ferris wheel again on 7000/…

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## [Precision 2020 and that frustrating GPS signal](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/precision-2020-and-that-frustrating-gps-signal/19263)

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**Author:** [@BaconMakesItBetter](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/BaconMakesItBetter)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [24 February 2026 15:49 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/precision-2020-and-that-frustrating-gps-signal/19263 "2026-02-24T15:49:38Z")

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Obviously I’m not the first to be frustrated with the PP 2020 and the disagreements that it has with AOG, but the previous topic is now closed. Still need to confirm that it keeps working, but here are a few important…

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## [ArduSimple simpleRTK2, pro or budget](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/ardusimple-simplertk2-pro-or-budget/9314)

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**Author:** [@Bilecki](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Bilecki)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [22 January 2026 15:43 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/ardusimple-simplertk2-pro-or-budget/9314 "2026-01-22T15:43:51Z")

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Hello I’m on my treasure hunt around the world to make my Kaupoi v4.1 with Panda NTRIP Just about to order ArduSimple simpleRTK2 pro or should i just go with the budget model? Am i only going to gain a couple led’s w…

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## [Base minimum distance from buildings?](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/base-minimum-distance-from-buildings/20217)

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**Author:** [@Farmboy94](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Farmboy94)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [29 December 2025 23:44 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/base-minimum-distance-from-buildings/20217 "2025-12-29T23:44:24Z")

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Working on getting a RTK base station built. Trying to decide on a location for it. Obviously you want a clear view of the sky which is easy, but was curious how far you needed to be from tin buildings? If you’re abov…

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## [How to export rtk NMEA0183 from teensy to rs232](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/how-to-export-rtk-nmea0183-from-teensy-to-rs232/11538)

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**Author:** [@Arek84](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Arek84)\
**Replies:** 68\
**Last updated:** [9 November 2025 03:03 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/how-to-export-rtk-nmea0183-from-teensy-to-rs232/11538 "2025-11-09T03:03:54Z")

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Hi, does anyone have an idea how to export gnss position with rtk correction in NMEA0183 format from board/aog for external section control devices via rs232 port? Thanks for the ideas.

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## [Digi SX (PRO) / Ardusimple LR (XLR) Radio compatiblity](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/digi-sx-pro-ardusimple-lr-xlr-radio-compatiblity/5571)

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**Author:** [@m\_elias](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/m_elias)\
**Replies:** 81\
**Last updated:** [8 November 2025 20:17 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/digi-sx-pro-ardusimple-lr-xlr-radio-compatiblity/5571 "2025-11-08T20:17:54Z")

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There’s been some off topic discussion in a couple other threads about using Digi SX (Pro) radios instead of the Ardusimple LR (XLR) ones and I have some more info to add so I thought it best to start a new thread to doc…

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## [RTK Base RTCM TCP server timeout issue](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/rtk-base-rtcm-tcp-server-timeout-issue/20053)

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**Author:** [@Arnold7](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Arnold7)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [5 November 2025 02:53 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/rtk-base-rtcm-tcp-server-timeout-issue/20053 "2025-11-05T02:53:04Z")

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Has anyone using rtkbase for their basestation had any luck using the str2str command line utility on another device to stream rtcm corrections from the rtkbase tcp rtcm server to a radio separate from the location of th…

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## [Legacy to MSM4 ](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/legacy-to-msm4/19987)

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**Author:** [@Youngfarmer23](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Youngfarmer23)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [20 October 2025 16:38 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/legacy-to-msm4/19987 "2025-10-20T16:38:25Z")

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Hi there, I’m using probably the most common RTK base setup for AOG. I’m using a raspberry pi and ardusimple receiver along with the RTKbase software. I’m possibly about to upgrade to an FJ dynamic gps kit and I’ve been …

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## [UM982 in dual with a fall back to HAS](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/um982-in-dual-with-a-fall-back-to-has/18870)

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**Author:** [@Pat](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/Pat)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [16 October 2025 20:57 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/um982-in-dual-with-a-fall-back-to-has/18870 "2025-10-16T20:57:55Z")

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Hi I would know if I could configure the UM982 to work as dual with an RTK base station and having it HAS capable when not connected. for PPP, E6-HAS from here It need a specific firmware? 13495? And the signal group…

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## [How do I know if my satellite strength is good?](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/how-do-i-know-if-my-satellite-strength-is-good/19887)

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**Author:** [@genericusername](https://discourse.agopengps.com/u/genericusername)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [26 September 2025 10:29 UTC](https://discourse.agopengps.com/t/how-do-i-know-if-my-satellite-strength-is-good/19887 "2025-09-26T10:29:49Z")

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I’ve got this nifty chart… but what can I do with this information?

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