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 starts at approximately $750 per set. The final price 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?Initial