SparkFun RTK Reference Station Hookup Guide

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Contributors: PaulZC

Resources and Going Further

We hope you enjoy using the RTK Reference Station as much as we have!

Here are the pertinent technical documents for the RTK Reference Station:

Here are the links to the firmware, update tools and stand-alone code examples:

Check out these additional tutorials for your perusal:

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Getting Started with u-blox Thingstream and PointPerfect

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How to Install CH340 Drivers

How to install CH340 drivers (if you need them) on Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux.

Setting up a Rover Base RTK System

Getting GNSS RTCM correction data from a base to a rover is easy with a serial telemetry radio! We'll show you how to get your high precision RTK GNSS system setup and running.

How to Build a DIY GNSS Reference Station

Learn how to affix a GNSS antenna, use PPP to get its ECEF coordinates and then broadcast your own RTCM data over the internet and cellular using NTRIP to increase rover reception to 10km!