Can I install the RTK station against the wall?
Updated on 2025/02/17
It is not recommended to install RTK reference stations against walls.
The positioning signal will be blocked by buildings. It is recommended to install the RTK station location based on the following principles.
(1) Place the RTK station away from the wall, large trees, the recommended distance is >2m.
(2) There is no shelter or shadow above the RTK base station.
(3) The RTK reference station should be upright and not tilted. It cannot be placed on soft ground to avoid Angle deviation.
(4) You can confirm the signal of the RTK station good if the indicator on the RTK is steady on after the power on for 1 minute.
The positioning signal will be blocked by buildings. It is recommended to install the RTK station location based on the following principles.
(1) Place the RTK station away from the wall, large trees, the recommended distance is >2m.
(2) There is no shelter or shadow above the RTK base station.
(3) The RTK reference station should be upright and not tilted. It cannot be placed on soft ground to avoid Angle deviation.
(4) You can confirm the signal of the RTK station good if the indicator on the RTK is steady on after the power on for 1 minute.