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Emlid REACH RS2 - User Manual

Emlid REACH RS2
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REACH RS2/RS2+
USER DOCUMENTATION
Firmware version 30
Emlid Flow app version 8.1 or newer
June 15, 2023
©2023 Emlid Tech Kft

Table of Contents

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Summary

Before You Start

Power Supply

Details on how to power the Reach RS2/RS2+ unit, including battery and external power options.

First Setup

Step-by-step guide for the initial setup of the Reach RS2/RS2+ device and Emlid Flow app.

Connecting to Reach RS2;RS2+

Instructions on how to establish a connection between your device and the Reach receiver.

Placement

Guidance on optimal placement of the Reach receiver for accurate GNSS and RTK positioning.

LED Status

Explanation of the different LED indicators on the Reach RS2/RS2+ and their meanings.

RTK Quickstart

How RTK Works

An explanation of the Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) technique and its principles for accurate positioning.

Base and Rover Setup

Step-by-step guide to configure two Reach RS2/RS2+ units as base and rover for RTK operation.

Connecting Reach to Internet via Wi-Fi

Instructions for connecting the Reach receiver to the internet using a Wi-Fi network.

Connecting Reach to the Internet via Mobile Hotspot

Guide on connecting the Reach receiver to the internet using a mobile hotspot.

Connecting Reach to the Internet via Built-in Modem

Steps to connect the Reach receiver to the internet using its built-in cellular modem.

Working with NTRIP

Configuration details for receiving RTK corrections via an NTRIP service.

Placing the Base

Best practices and methods for placing the base station for optimal RTK performance.

PPK Quickstart

How PPK Works

An overview of the Post-Processed Kinematic (PPK) technique for accurate positioning.

How to Log Data for PPK

Instructions on recording GNSS raw data logs for PPK processing.

How to Log Data for Stop & Go with Emlid Flow

Guide on logging data for Stop & Go workflows using the Emlid Flow app.

How to Log Data for PPP

Steps for recording GNSS raw data logs for Precise Point Positioning (PPP) services.

How to Log Data for OPUS

Instructions for logging data for NOAA's Online Positioning User Service (OPUS).

Tutorials: Post-processing

How PPP Works

An explanation of the Precise Point Positioning (PPP) technique for determining accurate coordinates.

Canadian Spatial Reference System Precise Point Positioning (CSRS-PPP)

Guide on using the NRCan CSRS-PPP service for precise coordinate determination.

IBGE-PPP-Online Service for Post-processing GNSS Data

Instructions for using the IBGE-PPP service for post-processing GNSS data.

AUSPOS-Online GPS Processing Service

Guide on using the Australian online GPS processing service AUSPOS.

NOAA’s Online Positioning User Service (OPUS)

Instructions for using NOAA's Online Positioning User Service (OPUS) for static point determination.

Tutorials: Integration with External Software and Devices

Getting Reach Coordinates on Android via BT

How to obtain precise coordinates from Reach on an Android device using Bluetooth.

ArcGIS Survey123 Integration

Step-by-step guide for integrating Reach RS2/RS2+ with ArcGIS Survey123 via TCP.

Using QGIS as Survey Tool

Guide on using QGIS as a survey tool with Reach for GIS data collection and analysis.

Microsurvey FieldGenius Setup Guide

Tutorial for setting up data collector running FieldGenius with Reach via Bluetooth.

DJI RTK Drone and Reach RS2;RS2+ Base Integration

Guide to set up Reach RS2/RS2+ as a base for DJI RTK drones for geotagging images.

Autel EVO II Enterprise and Reach RS2;RS2+ Base Integration

Guide to set up Reach RS2/RS2+ as a base for Autel EVO II Enterprise drones.

senseFly RTK Guide

Tutorial on surveying in RTK with senseFly drones and Reach RS2/RS2+.

senseFly PPK Guide

Guide on performing PPK with senseFly drones and Reach RS2/RS2+ in eMotion software.

Specifications

Performance Specs

Overview of Reach RS2/RS2+ performance specifications and datasheet links.

Ports Overview

Description of the Reach RS2/RS2+ ports, including SIM card, RS-232, USB-C, and LoRa.

Mechanical Specs

Details on the mechanical specifications of the Reach RS2/RS2+ unit.

Electrical Specs

Information regarding the electrical specifications and antenna reference point of the receiver.

Extension Cables Specs

Specifications for available extension cables for Reach RS2/RS2+.

Troubleshooting

How to Update Firmware

Guide on updating the Reach RS2/RS2+ firmware using the Emlid Flow app's Updater tool.

Firmware Reflashing

Instructions for reflashing the Reach RS2/RS2+ firmware using the Reach Firmware Flash Tool.

How to Download Simple System Report

Steps to download a Simple System Report (SSR) for Reach troubleshooting.

How to Download Full System Report

Steps to download a Full System Report (FSR) for advanced Reach troubleshooting.

How to Find Serial Number

Guide on how to locate the serial number of your Reach RS2/RS2+ device.

How to Enable Raw Data Debug Option

Instructions for enabling the raw data debug option for troubleshooting purposes.

Glossary

Summary

Before You Start

Power Supply

Details on how to power the Reach RS2/RS2+ unit, including battery and external power options.

First Setup

Step-by-step guide for the initial setup of the Reach RS2/RS2+ device and Emlid Flow app.

Connecting to Reach RS2;RS2+

Instructions on how to establish a connection between your device and the Reach receiver.

Placement

Guidance on optimal placement of the Reach receiver for accurate GNSS and RTK positioning.

LED Status

Explanation of the different LED indicators on the Reach RS2/RS2+ and their meanings.

RTK Quickstart

How RTK Works

An explanation of the Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) technique and its principles for accurate positioning.

Base and Rover Setup

Step-by-step guide to configure two Reach RS2/RS2+ units as base and rover for RTK operation.

Connecting Reach to Internet via Wi-Fi

Instructions for connecting the Reach receiver to the internet using a Wi-Fi network.

Connecting Reach to the Internet via Mobile Hotspot

Guide on connecting the Reach receiver to the internet using a mobile hotspot.

Connecting Reach to the Internet via Built-in Modem

Steps to connect the Reach receiver to the internet using its built-in cellular modem.

Working with NTRIP

Configuration details for receiving RTK corrections via an NTRIP service.

Placing the Base

Best practices and methods for placing the base station for optimal RTK performance.

PPK Quickstart

How PPK Works

An overview of the Post-Processed Kinematic (PPK) technique for accurate positioning.

How to Log Data for PPK

Instructions on recording GNSS raw data logs for PPK processing.

How to Log Data for Stop & Go with Emlid Flow

Guide on logging data for Stop & Go workflows using the Emlid Flow app.

How to Log Data for PPP

Steps for recording GNSS raw data logs for Precise Point Positioning (PPP) services.

How to Log Data for OPUS

Instructions for logging data for NOAA's Online Positioning User Service (OPUS).

Tutorials: Post-processing

How PPP Works

An explanation of the Precise Point Positioning (PPP) technique for determining accurate coordinates.

Canadian Spatial Reference System Precise Point Positioning (CSRS-PPP)

Guide on using the NRCan CSRS-PPP service for precise coordinate determination.

IBGE-PPP-Online Service for Post-processing GNSS Data

Instructions for using the IBGE-PPP service for post-processing GNSS data.

AUSPOS-Online GPS Processing Service

Guide on using the Australian online GPS processing service AUSPOS.

NOAA’s Online Positioning User Service (OPUS)

Instructions for using NOAA's Online Positioning User Service (OPUS) for static point determination.

Tutorials: Integration with External Software and Devices

Getting Reach Coordinates on Android via BT

How to obtain precise coordinates from Reach on an Android device using Bluetooth.

ArcGIS Survey123 Integration

Step-by-step guide for integrating Reach RS2/RS2+ with ArcGIS Survey123 via TCP.

Using QGIS as Survey Tool

Guide on using QGIS as a survey tool with Reach for GIS data collection and analysis.

Microsurvey FieldGenius Setup Guide

Tutorial for setting up data collector running FieldGenius with Reach via Bluetooth.

DJI RTK Drone and Reach RS2;RS2+ Base Integration

Guide to set up Reach RS2/RS2+ as a base for DJI RTK drones for geotagging images.

Autel EVO II Enterprise and Reach RS2;RS2+ Base Integration

Guide to set up Reach RS2/RS2+ as a base for Autel EVO II Enterprise drones.

senseFly RTK Guide

Tutorial on surveying in RTK with senseFly drones and Reach RS2/RS2+.

senseFly PPK Guide

Guide on performing PPK with senseFly drones and Reach RS2/RS2+ in eMotion software.

Specifications

Performance Specs

Overview of Reach RS2/RS2+ performance specifications and datasheet links.

Ports Overview

Description of the Reach RS2/RS2+ ports, including SIM card, RS-232, USB-C, and LoRa.

Mechanical Specs

Details on the mechanical specifications of the Reach RS2/RS2+ unit.

Electrical Specs

Information regarding the electrical specifications and antenna reference point of the receiver.

Extension Cables Specs

Specifications for available extension cables for Reach RS2/RS2+.

Troubleshooting

How to Update Firmware

Guide on updating the Reach RS2/RS2+ firmware using the Emlid Flow app's Updater tool.

Firmware Reflashing

Instructions for reflashing the Reach RS2/RS2+ firmware using the Reach Firmware Flash Tool.

How to Download Simple System Report

Steps to download a Simple System Report (SSR) for Reach troubleshooting.

How to Download Full System Report

Steps to download a Full System Report (FSR) for advanced Reach troubleshooting.

How to Find Serial Number

Guide on how to locate the serial number of your Reach RS2/RS2+ device.

How to Enable Raw Data Debug Option

Instructions for enabling the raw data debug option for troubleshooting purposes.

Glossary

Emlid REACH RS2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
RTKYes
StaticYes
Channels184
Update RateUp to 10 Hz
Operating Temperature-20°C to +65°C
Ingress ProtectionIP67
Internal Memory16 GB
GNSSGPS/QZSS L1C/A, L2C; GLONASS L1OF, L2OF; BeiDou B1I, B2I; Galileo E1-B/C, E5b
Positioning Accuracy RTKHorizontal: 7 mm + 1 ppm, Vertical: 14 mm + 1 ppm
Positioning Accuracy StaticHorizontal: 4 mm + 0.5 ppm, Vertical: 8 mm + 1 ppm
ConnectivityWi-Fi, Bluetooth
Weight950 g

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