vLoc3 RTK-Pro Quick Start Guide V1.0
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Introduction
This Quick Start Guide describes the setup and operation of the vLoc3 RTK-Pro in terms of the GNSS mapping capabilities. The cable and
pipeline locating aspects are covered in the generic manual supplied with the equipment.
The equipment is designed to provide cm accuracy. However, GNSS on its own is not capable of providing the cm accuracy that is required
for many survey companies. GNSS needs to be fine-tuned using stationary base stations that provide correction figures for all
measurements. The real time Kinematic (RTK) corrections are supplied from a central server via the cellular phone network.
This setup procedure assumes the operator has a suitable SIM card registered with a cellular network provider and that the operator has
registered with an RTK provider. It is also assumed that the operator has the latest version of MyLocator3 installed on a computer.
Having received the equipment there are three areas of setup that are required before the equipment can be used:
1. SIM setup
2. RTK connections with MyLocator3
3. Cloud (VMMap) based data logging
SIM Setup
Data is received and transmitted from the vLoc3 via a cellular network of your choice.
Remove the cover by unscrewing the two retaining screws. The SIM card slot is positioned between two micro USB sockets. The USB
sockets are used in manufacturing only so can be ignored.
A nano size SIM card needs to be inserted in the locator as below with the connection pads facing upward toward the display. Make sure the
SIM card is pushed fully into place. To release you will have to push the USB down before it is released:
