GeoSteer®
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The Active Mode will change to show the mode has changed. Press the Back Menu Arrow to leave the Precision
Settings screen.
NTRIP
The NTRIP (Network Transport of RTCM via Internet Protocol) is a standard communications protocol for providing RTK
correction data over the internet. NTRIP requires a way to access the Internet while the vehicle is moving through the field.
This is usually accomplished by connecting the vehicle to the Internet with a cell modem with a data plan. The GeoSteer
system has a built in cell modem that allows the system to connect directly to the Internet and receive NTRIP data once
properly set up.
NTRIP also requires an NTRIP provider. The NTRIP provider provides the RTK information to the vehicle over the Internet
connection. Some areas have access to this information for free. Other areas may be required to pay a fee for these services.
It is up to the operator to locate and negotiate access to the NTRIP provider’s data.
NTRIP data providers can send data in multiple formats. The
GeoSteer system supports the following data stream types:
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CMR+
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RTCM 2x
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RTCM 3x
To access the NTRIP screen, select the GPS tab from the main
AutoSteer Setup screen and then press the NTRIP button.
The options that can be available in the NTRIP screen are:
General
—Provides information about the currently selected
NTRIP source.
Profile
—Allows the operator to create, select, and manage multiple NTRIP accounts.
GENERAL (NO ACTIVE PROFILES)
The General screen displays the status of the NTRIP connection. If an NTRIP profile has been created, it also allows the
operator to connect and disconnect from it easily.
To access the General screen, select the GPS tab from the main AutoSteer Setup screen, press the NTRIP button, and then
select General from the list on the right.
The information and buttons available in the General screen are:
Current Status
—lets the operator know if the system is connected to the NTRIP stream or not
User Name
—is the User Name that the system is configured to use to log onto the NTRIP stream
Server
—is the Server that the system is configured to connect to
Stream
—is the Stream that the system is configured to connect to
Connect
—button allows the operator to connect to the NTRIP provider when there is an active profile.
Disconnect
—allows operator to disconnect from the NTRIP provider