Checking Satellite Reception
Open http://rtkbase.local in your browser and go to the Status page.
First, check that green satellite bars appear within 3–5 seconds after opening the Status page. Then make sure the bars are slightly moving — this indicates the data is being updated regularly. If anything seems wrong, refer to the section “Troubleshooting”.
Next, check the average signal strength (SNR). It should be 35 or higher. If it’s lower, check the antenna cable and connectors for issues. Then, check whether PPP mode is active. Built-in PPP works only with satellites having a signal level of at least 33. You’ll need at least 10 such satellites — otherwise, a PPP solution won’t be available. At the bottom of the Status page, you’ll see a map with your current coordinates marked as a blue dot, and your configured base station coordinates shown as a cross-hair. If no base coordinates have been configured yet, the map will appear with limited detail. Let’s fix that. Click the copy coordinates button on the right side of the page. Note: if PPP is not active, these coordinates may be inaccurate.
Now click Close and go to the Settings page.
On the right side of the Main service section, click the Options button. This will open the settings menu.
In the Base coordinates field, paste the coordinates from your clipboard (for example, with Ctrl+V)
Click the Save button, then click Options again.
Go back to the Status page — now you’ll see the entered coordinates as a cross-hair, and your current position as a blue marker.
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