¶ Base Components
| Hardware Components | Fixed Base | Mobile Base | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrow Gold GNSS receiver | included | included | |
| FastRTK Linux computer | included | included | |
| Wireless router | recommended | recommended | |
| UHF Radio | optional | optional |
- Arrow Gold RTK GNSS Receiver Manufacturer information
- Single SIM 4G LTE RouterCradlepoint IBR200 manufacturer data sheet (PDF)
- Dual SIM 4G LTE RouterCradlepoint IBR600C manufacturer data sheet (PDF)
¶ Connections
Power source (Fixed base)
- AC - 110-240V AC outlet
Power source (Mobile base)
- AC - 110V or 240V AC outlet (specified on order)
- DC - 12V battery
Antennas
- GNSS antenna
- UHF Radio whip antenna (UHF radio configuration only)
Base internet connection
- Wireless router (cellular SIM)
- Wired LAN (ethernet)
Rover connection to the FastRTK base
- Wireless cellular network
- UHF radio (UHF radio configuration only)
¶ Base Configurations
FastRTK bases come in seven configurations.
Fixed base: 1) wired LAN-only, 2) cellular-only, 3) UHF-only, 4) cellular+UHF
Mobile base: 5) cellular-only, 6) UHF-only, 7) cellular+UHF
In both fixed and mobile bases, cellular is recommended to allow for remote administration connectivity.
¶ Fixed Base
- It is recommended to keep the enclosure lid closed while operating (though not required). The FastRTK base is designed to operate 24/7/365.
- The enclosure is water resistant when closed. In the installed position, it can tolerate rain, snow and wind, but not being submerged.
Fixed base no UHF radio (click to expand)
Shown with Cradlepoint IBR200 (single SIM) router
Fixed base, no UHF Radio: photo with labeled components (click to expand)
Shown with Cradlepoint IBR600 (dual SIM) router
¶ Mobile Base
- Attach antennas before powering on the base.
- If possible, keep the lid open while it's operating and keep it protected from rain, excessive dust and direct sunlight.
- When the power switch is in the middle switch position, no power is supplied to the base station components. Select DC or AC power supply.
- The weatherproof enclosure is water resistant when closed.
Mobile base: external photos (click to expand)
Mobile base with UHF radio: internal photos (click to expand)
Mobile base with UHF radio: photo with labeled components (click to expand)
