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You are now ready to configure the Base
3 Base Configuration
3.1 Choose a Great Location for the Base
The Location of your base greatly impacts the success of your survey. There are two primary concerns:
1. Minimizing multipath and obstructions between the base and the sky
2. Maximizing the effective range of the UHF radio which is broadcasting corrections to the rover
Locate the Base at an optimum location for tracking GNSS signals and broadcasting corrections. Any multipath or
obstructions at your base will affect every single shot at your rover just as if they existed at the rover. Your primary concern
should be finding an open location for the base that minimizes multipath (via GNSS signal reflections on hard surfaces.)
A clear view of the sky above a 10 degree mask is also important. Partially obstructed/masked satellites (through tree
branches) are worse than fully obstructed satellites. Clearance to the South, East and West is most important. Obstructions
directly to the North have the least effect on your RTK and static solutions.
3.2 Base Configuration
1. Setup the base
a. Choose a suitable location for the base. A clear view of the sky is most important.
b. Put a freshly charged battery (we recommend two batteries) in the head
c. Connect the UHF radio antenna to the bottom of the receiver.
d. Attach the receiver to a tripod or pole as appropriate
e. Level the receiver
f. Rotate the receiver so the buttons face North
g. Turn on the base, it will begin to track satellites (SV’s)
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