Installation

What accuracy do you need?
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├─ Option 1: High Precision (~1 inch)
│  Correction Source: Network RTK / NTRIP or Local RTK Base Station
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│  ├─ Path A: Network RTK / NTRIP — Most Common
│  │  Need 1: SIM card or mobile hotspot
│  │  Use: Receive real-time RTK corrections through the internet
|    |   Need 2: Subscribe to an NTRIP correction service from your local supplier.
│  │  Details Needed: IP address, port number, mount point, username, password
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│  └─ Path B: Local RTK Base Station
│     Need: Local RTK base station (MacSteer can help build RTK base station with an additional cost.)
│     Use: Send corrections directly to the tractor by radio/UHF
│     Note: Best for areas with limited or no cellular coverage
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├─ Option 2: Standard Precision (~8 inches)
│  Correction Source: Standard GNSS guidance mode
│  Need: SIM card or mobile hotspot
│  Use: Data communication, remote support, and software updates
│  Note: No RTK/NTRIP subscription required
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└─ Option 3: Enhanced Satellite Precision (~4 inches)
   Correction Source: Galileo HAS / PPP-E6 satellite correction
   Need: SIM card or mobile hotspot
   Use: Data communication, remote support, and software updates
   Note: No correction-data subscription fee. Accuracy depends on satellite signal conditions and sky visibility.

Option 1: Professional Installation

For your convenience and guaranteed performance, we recommend having your system installed by MacSteer or one of our authorized dealers. The typical installation cost may vary depending on your dealer's pricing and your location.

Option 2: Self-Installation

If you prefer to install the system yourself, comprehensive step-by-step guides and video tutorials are available to assist you.

👉Installation Steps:

1. Hardware Installation​

2. Device Configuration​

3. SIM Signal Verification​

4. RTK Parameter Input​

5. Account Registration​

6. Auto-Steering System Calibration & Field Testing
 👉Note: Refer to the video below or YouTube tutorials for Steps 1.
Video Click: MacSteer auto steering installation

👉Note: Refer to the video below or YouTube tutorials for Steps 3–5.
Video Click: Initial setup： how to connect Internet? how to set up RTK and calibration?