Trimble Hardware Setup

What you will need

• Hovermap unit

• Vehicle RTK or Backpack RTK mount

• A supported Trimble GNSS receiver

• Trimble cable with wire loop (black Lemo connector)

• GNSS adaptor cable

Procedure

Step 1: Setup the RTK Mount and Receiver

1. Refer to the appropriate Knowledge Base article for instructions on how to set up your mount and attach the GNSS receiver:

   • Setup the Backpack RTK Mount and Receiver

   • Setup the Vehicle RTK Mount and Receiver

Step 2: Connect to Hovermap

1. Confirm the Hovermap and GNSS receiver are attached to the Vehicle RTK or Backpack RTK mount.

2. Plug the GNSS adaptor cable into the RTK mount and fasten the adaptor to the magnetic plate.

When using the R12, use the Trimble 50 mm quick-release spacer and the 100 mm Emesent spacer to ensure the correct offset in Aura.

Step 3: Connect the cable to Hovermap

1. Plug the Trimble cable with the wire loop into the receiver.

Step 4: Connect the Trimble cable

1. Plug the other end (black Lemo connector) into the adaptor port.

Outcome

The Trimble receiver is now physically connected to Hovermap and ready for configuration.