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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

• What do you need to know to get started with your Topcon GRS-1?
• Which TopSURV modules do I buy?
• How does the Topcon GRS-1 Receiver connect to the Internet?
• How do I setup a cell phone plan for my new Topcon GRS-1?
• How do I manage cell phone connections within the GRS-1 receiver?
• How do I know if my GRS-1 is successfully connected to the Internet?
• How do I send / receive an e-mail (with attachment) using the GRS-1?
• Did you know that the GRS-1 can tether to a computer that is already on the Internet?
• How can I see my position within Google Maps, live in the field?
• How do I install Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) software on a GRS-1 receiver?
• How do I configure Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) software to connect to a GRS-1 receiver?
• How do I use Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) software to check a GRS-1 receiver?
• How do I setup TopSURV to connect to my GRS-1 to a local real time network?
• How do I add a Photo Note with the GRS-1?
• What do the colored lights on the front of the GRS-1 indicate?
• How do I switch from using the internal antenna to an external?
• How do I power the GRS-1 receiver?
• What options are there for external memory with the GRS-1 receiver?
• What are some tips and tricks with the Topcon GRS-1 receiver?

Some Common Questions Some Common Questions… …

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Topcon GRS Topcon GRS-

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The GRS-1 receiver is a dual-frequency, GPS + GLONASS L1, L2 receiver and hand-held controller built to be the most advanced, compact, and portable receiver for the GIS and surveying market. An integrated electronic compass and digital camera make the GRS-1 an all-purpose device that can also be utilized as a field collector. The GRS-1 can receive and process both L1 and L2 signals while using an external PG-A1 antenna. The GRS-1 provides the functionality, accuracy, availability, and integrity needed for fast and easy data collection.

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What are options for Topcon GRS What are options for Topcon GRS-

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1 hardware configurations? configurations?

• Survey Grade / Precision Mapping - for use as a

member of a Real Time Network. The configuration for this would be a GRS-1 receiver on the pole connected to an external PG-A1 antenna on top.

• Sub-meter – field work done without an external PG-A1
• antenna. Configured within TopSURV to use Satellite

Based Augmentation System (SBAS). Excellent for GIS code and attribute data collection, recognaissance, or rough delineation.

• Hand-Held Controller – Integrated mini serial port,

Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi wireless LAN technology allows the GRS-1 to be easily connected to all Topcon hardware.

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What do you need to know to get started with What do you need to know to get started with your Topcon GRS your Topcon GRS-

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• All GRS-1 receivers will ship with TopSURV data

collection software.

• If the intent is to use the GRS-1 as a rover within a

Real Time Network, then you will want to start the process of getting the modem activated and online first.

• Check that unit has the latest version of Windows

Mobile operating system and TopSURV data collection software.

• Using Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) software,

check that unit has latest receiver firmware.

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Which Which TopSURV TopSURV modules do I buy? modules do I buy?

• To have TopSURV support

using a GRS-1 within a Real Time Network, ensure that the GPS+ module is activated.

• Once the GPS+ module is

activated, user has option of adding Roading module if applicable.

• Add the Total Station module to support the common scenario of using a

GRS-1 as a controller for conventional field work.

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How does the Topcon GRS How does the Topcon GRS-

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1 Receiver connect to the Internet? connect to the Internet?

• The Topcon GRS-1 receiver is able to establish a connection to the

internet in multiple ways:

– With internal modem (GSM or CDMA) – With external Bluetooth enabled cell phone (Bluetooth tethering) – With Wi-Fi, also called Wireless LAN (WLAN) – With ActiveSync connection to a computer that is on the internet

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How does the Topcon GRS How does the Topcon GRS-

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1 Receiver connect to the Internet? connect to the Internet?

• The primary method to have the GRS-1 receiver connect to the internet is to

use the internal cellular modem.

• There are two types of cellular modems available for the GRS-1 receiver:

– GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) – CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access)

• The GRS-1 network receiver is also able to establish a wireless Bluetooth

connection to an external cell phone.

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How do I setup a cell phone plan for my new How do I setup a cell phone plan for my new Topcon GRS Topcon GRS-

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• The most important factor in deciding between the two types of internal

modems (GSM or CDMA) is coverage. Look at the coverage maps for the provider that you are considering.

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How do I setup a cell phone plan for my new How do I setup a cell phone plan for my new Topcon GRS Topcon GRS-

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• Topcon GRS-1 receivers are available with either an internal GSM or

CDMA modem. Only GSM modems use SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) cards. CDMA modems do not have SIM cards.

• Using either modem type, it is common to describe to the cellular

provider that you need a, “No Obligation / Unlimited data plan (no voice).” Tell the sales representative that you have your own hardware.

Common CDMA Providers Common GSM Providers

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How do I manage cell phone connections How do I manage cell phone connections within the GRS within the GRS-

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• The Topcon GRS-1 receiver has Windows Mobile 6.1 Classic operating
• system. Within this operating system, Topcon has introduced the TPS

Connection Manager.

• TPS Connection Manager is a utility software that ships standard within

every GRS-1 receiver.

TPS Connection Manager

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How do I manage cell phone connections How do I manage cell phone connections within the GRS within the GRS-

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• Within the TPS Connection Manager, select Create New Connection
• Entry. Work your way down the screen.
• For the Connection Name, ensure not to use any special characters such

as an “&” ampersand.

• Select a Modem type of Cinterion HC25. Tap Create when done.

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How do I know if my GRS How do I know if my GRS-

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1 is successfully connected to the Internet? connected to the Internet?

• At top center of the desktop screen, there are two arrows that

indicate whether the GRS-1 receiver has a successful internet connection.

• When the arrows are facing left to right (shown above) then a

connection to the internet is made.

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How do I send / receive an e How do I send / receive an e-

• mail (with

mail (with attachment) using the GRS attachment) using the GRS-

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• Using the TPS Connection Manager within the GRS-1 receiver’s Windows

Mobile 6.1 desktop screen, you are able to establish a connection to the internet prior to launching TopSURV data collection software.

• This connection allows unlimited number of options for transferring data

such as File Transfer Protocol (FTP) software, using an e-mail account to send / receive attachments, Microsoft Live Mesh, etc.

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Did you know that the GRS Did you know that the GRS-

• 1 can tether to a

1 can tether to a computer that is already on the Internet? computer that is already on the Internet?

• Since the Topcon GRS-1 receiver has Windows Mobile operating system,

it is able to share an internet connection when tethered to a laptop / computer that is already on the internet.

• Tethering is using some type of device (laptop / computer) to gain internet

access for another mobile device (GRS-1 receiver).

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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

Did you know that the GRS Did you know that the GRS-

• 1 can tether to a

1 can tether to a computer that is already on the Internet? computer that is already on the Internet?

• If the laptop / computer that you are using is on the internet, once you

make an ActiveSync connection between it and a Topcon GRS-1 receiver, the GRS-1 is then also on the internet.

• This is ideal when performing maintenance and internet software installs in

the office.

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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

How can I see my position within Google How can I see my position within Google Maps, live in the field? Maps, live in the field?

• To install the free software of Google Maps on your Topcon GRS-1

receiver, open Internet Explorer and go to:

http://m.google.com/maps

• To type the address, tap on the keyboard icon at bottom center.

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How can I see my position within Google How can I see my position within Google Maps, live in the field? Maps, live in the field?

• Click the Install Now link.
• Ensure to check on the option of Open File After Download. Tap Yes.
• It is common to have the GRS-1 receiver on charge during this process.

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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

How can I see my position within Google How can I see my position within Google Maps, live in the field? Maps, live in the field?

• Tap the Accept button at lower left to proceed.
• Tap the OK button to launch Google Maps on the Topcon GRS-1 receiver.

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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

How can I see my position within Google How can I see my position within Google Maps, live in the field? Maps, live in the field?

• Within Google Maps software on the GRS-1 receiver, tap the Menu button

at lower right.

• Select the Use GPS option to have Google Maps read in the position of the

GRS-1 receiver.

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Questions? Questions?

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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

How do I install Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) How do I install Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) software on a GRS software on a GRS-

• 1 receiver?

1 receiver?

• All Topcon software is available for download from the Secure Site. To

access, go to:

http://www.topconsupport.com/secure_site/main.php

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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

How do I install Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) How do I install Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) software on a GRS software on a GRS-

• 1 receiver?

1 receiver?

• All Topcon software is available for download from the Secure Site. To

access, go to:

http://www.topconsupport.com/secure_site/main.php

• Within the Software and

Firmware section, click on Software Utilities.

• Then click on TRU link to

jump to download section.

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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

How do I install Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) How do I install Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) software on a GRS software on a GRS-

• 1 receiver?

1 receiver?

• For the Topcon GRS-1 receiver, use TRU for Field Computers (10.9 Mb).
• You can then either click Run to install directly to a GRS-1 that has an

ActiveSync connection to your computer / laptop or Save to install later.

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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

How do I install Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) How do I install Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) software on a GRS software on a GRS-

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1 receiver?

• This will launch the Topcon Receiver Utility –

InstallShield Wizard.

• When prompted, click Next to proceed.
• On your computer / laptop, click the OK button on

the Application Downloading Complete message.

• On the GRS-1 receiver, tap the OK button on the message screen (shown at

top right) to continue the software installation process.

• Done. Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) software is now installed on your

Topcon GRS-1 receiver.

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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

How do I install Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) How do I install Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) software on a GRS software on a GRS-

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1 receiver?

• To launch From the Windows Mobile desktop screen, tap the Start button.
• Go to Programs to see a listing of all software that is currently installed on

your GRS-1 receiver.

• For the initial launch of TRU software, scroll down and tap the Topcon

Receiver Utility icon.

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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

How do I configure Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) How do I configure Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) software to connect to a GRS software to connect to a GRS-

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1 receiver?

• For the initial launch of TRU software, you will need to declare connection

settings for the GRS-1 receiver. This will only need to be done once and it will recalled for future connections.

• Tap the triple dot button below Port Name.

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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

How do I configure Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) How do I configure Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) software to connect to a GRS software to connect to a GRS-

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1 receiver?

• Select the Friendly Name of GNSS Port B with Physical Name of COM6

as shown above.

• This will only have to be declared once within TRU software on your GRS-1
• receiver. Afterwards, tap the OK button.

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How do I configure Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) How do I configure Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) software to connect to a GRS software to connect to a GRS-

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1 receiver?

• Lastly, tap the Connect button to establish a connection to your GRS-1

receiver with TRU software.

• Done. Once the background changes to a solid white color, you are actively

communicating to the GRS-1 receiver with TRU software.

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Questions? Questions?

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• With a connection made to the GRS-1 receiver with TRU software, tap the

Information icon to see a listing of the receiver firmware currently installed.

• Ensure that the GRS-1 receiver has Receiver Firmware Version 3.4 (build

date, 13 May 2009) or higher.

• All receiver firmware is available from the Topcon Secure Site.

How do I setup How do I setup TopSURV TopSURV to connect to my to connect to my GRS GRS-

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1 to a local real time network?

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How do I setup How do I setup TopSURV TopSURV to connect to my to connect to my GRS GRS-

• 1 to a local real time network?

1 to a local real time network?

• There multiple ways to do this. The common method is to establish an

internet connection prior to opening TopSURV using TPS Connection Manager utility.

• Check Cellular Power first, then check Data Connection. Once the GRS-1

is connected to the Internet, launch TopSURV data collection software.

TPS Connection Manager

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How do I setup How do I setup TopSURV TopSURV to connect to my to connect to my GRS GRS-

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1 to a local real time network?

• From the TopSURV main menu, go to CONFIG / SURVEY to see a listing of

Survey Styles. Tap the triple dot button to the right of GPS+ Config.

• Select the Configuration template of My Network RTK and tap Edit.

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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

How do I setup How do I setup TopSURV TopSURV to connect to my to connect to my GRS GRS-

• 1 to a local real time network?

1 to a local real time network?

• You can rename or use default name of My Network RTK. Either way,

ensure Type is Network RTK and Corrections is VRS.

• Declare a rover Antenna Type of PG-A1.
• The Post Process method is an optional check box dependant on the type
• f field work about to be performed.

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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

How do I setup How do I setup TopSURV TopSURV to connect to my to connect to my GRS GRS-

• 1 to a local real time network?

1 to a local real time network?

• Since you have established an internet connection with TPS Connection

Manager prior to opening TopSURV, ensure to select the Modem Connect

• ption of Controller and a Network Type of Existing Network

Connection.

• Next, Add the public IP Address and Port Number of your real time network.

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How do I setup How do I setup TopSURV TopSURV to connect to my to connect to my GRS GRS-

• 1 to a local real time network?

1 to a local real time network?

• Enter the NTRIP (Networked Transport of RTCM via Internet Protocol) User

Identification and Password issued to you from your real time network manager.

• For the GRS-1 receiver, the Virtual Radio Port is D.

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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

How do I setup How do I setup TopSURV TopSURV to connect to my to connect to my GRS GRS-

• 1 to a local real time network?

1 to a local real time network?

• From this point forward within the TopSURV configuration screens, all
• ptions are user definable.
• Shown here are commonly used settings.

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How do I setup How do I setup TopSURV TopSURV to connect to my to connect to my GRS GRS-

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1 to a local real time network?

• Within the Advanced screen, it is common to check on the option of

Multipath Reduction.

• The Satellite System selection is dependant on whether the real time

network that you are joining tracks and uses GLONASS satellites.

• Click Finish and OK to return to the TopSURV main menu.

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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

How do I setup How do I setup TopSURV TopSURV to connect to my to connect to my GRS GRS-

• 1 to a local real time network?

1 to a local real time network?

• With the TopSURV Survey Configuration now made, a convenient Network

Connection dialog will appear and automatically begin the process of connecting to your real time network.

• The Mount Point listing will populate and you will see a message showing

Network Connection Started. Tap Close.

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How do I setup How do I setup TopSURV TopSURV to connect to my to connect to my GRS GRS-

• 1 to a local real time network?

1 to a local real time network?

• The Network Connection screen is made

available to you one last time to perhaps change from the Mount Point that you commonly use.

• If you are going change from your usual

Mount Point, tap Disconnect, select a different Mount Point, and tap Connect.

• Otherwise, to use the same Mount Point from

a previous field survey (common), simply tap the OK button.

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Questions? Questions?

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How do I add a Photo Note with the GRS How do I add a Photo Note with the GRS-

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• The GRS-1 receiver has an integrated 2 megapixel camera.
• Within TopSURV,

simply tap the Attribute button

• Tap the Photo Note

tab, and the Add

• button. Select Capture.
• Aim at the target and tap the

camera button. The photo is automatically associated with that point.

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What do the colored lights on the front of the What do the colored lights on the front of the GRS GRS-

• 1 indicate?

1 indicate?

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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

What do the colored lights on the front of the What do the colored lights on the front of the GRS GRS-

• 1 indicate?

1 indicate?

• The Bluetooth / Wireless LAN

– Blue blink: Internal Bluetooth device is powered on and ready – Red blink: Wireless LAN is powered on and ready – Violet blink: Notification from Windows – No light: The module is currently powered off

• The Recharging LED indicates the level of charge of the onboard battery

– Green: Internal battery has a full charge – Red: Internal battery is charging – Red blink: Charging error (disconnect charging cable and reconnect)

• The Cell Phone LED indicates the receiving status in the cell phone

modem

– No light: Internal cellular modem is currently powered off – Green: Internal cellular modem is available – Red: Internal cellular modem is does not have signal from cell network

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How do I switch from using the internal How do I switch from using the internal antenna to an external? antenna to an external?

• Two steps:

– Physically connect external PG-A1 antenna to GRS-1 receiver with custom cable. – Select TopSURV configuration to support hardware change.

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How do I power the GRS How do I power the GRS-

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• The GRS-1 uses a BT-66Q battery for it’s primary power source. When

using the GRS-1 for static surveys, the battery will last up to four hours.

• A backup coin battery and rechargeable battery back up the GPS and clock

settings.

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What options are there for external memory What options are there for external memory with the GRS with the GRS-

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• Removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards can be used with the GRS-1

receiver to provide additional data storage, as well as data transfer.

• The GRS-1 supports SD cards with up to a 2 GB capacity. This device does

not currently support Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) memory cards.

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Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation

What are some tips and tricks with the What are some tips and tricks with the Topcon GRS Topcon GRS-

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• If you are trying to make a connection to a GRS-1 using either Topcon

Receiver Utility (TRU) or PC-CDU, make sure that you power the GPS receiver on first.

• To turn the GPS Receiver Power on / off, use TPS Connection Manager

from the Windows Mobile desktop (bottom right corner).

• Without the external PG-A1 antenna, the onboard antenna of the GRS-1

receiver is L1 signal only. Only while using an external PG-A1 antenna will you be able to track and use more than L1 single frequency.

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