Intuicom RTK Bridge-X User manual

RTK Bridge®-X
Installation Guide
for the
John Deere StarFire™ 3000
Intuicom, Inc. | 4900 Nautilus Court N., Suite 100 | Boulder, CO 80301
www.intuicom.com

Section 1:Overview
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Section 1:Overview
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1 Overview
The John Deere StarFire™ 3000 can be configured to accept RTK corrections from an Intuicom
RTK Bridge®-X which in turn has been configured to connect to a GPS/GNSS reference
network. The intended audience for this document is a dealer or integrator familiar with the
StarFire™ 3000 and generally familiar with the Intuicom RTK Bridge®-X. The Intuicom RTK
Bridge®-X User Guide covers the steps necessary for its configuration.
2 Requirements for Installation
2.1 Required Information
In order to operate an Intuicom RTK Bridge®-X, it is required to have the necessary
information to access and log in to the Real-Time Network. This information is entered
into the RTK Bridge®-X and stored in a profile. More details on setting up an RTK
Bridge®-X is available in the RTK Bridge®-X User Manual.
•IP Address/Hostname
•TCP Port
•NTRIP Nountpoint name
•Username and Password for access to the real-time GPS/GNSS network
2.2 Required Equipment
2.2.1 Intuicom Equipment and Accessories
1. Intuicom RTK Bridge®-X with activated data provider account (Verizon, AT&T, etc.)
Verizon Modem [P/N: XRTK-V]
SIM-Based Modem [P/N: XRTK-S]
2. Intuicom RTK Bridge®-X Bluetooth Receiver:
[P/N: XRTK-BT-JD]
3. Power Cable: (power pigtail for John Deere Power Strip to SAE, 6 foot)
[P/N: JDPW-SAE]
4. RAM Kit
[P/N: FIP4-RAMKT-JD]
2.2.2 Other Equipment and Accessories
5. PC with serial port
6. John Deere StarFire™ 3000 (RTK option enabled) with Radio Housing
7. John Deere monitor to program StarFire™ 3000 (Has been tested with 2600, 2630, 1800
and Brown Box monitors)

Section 3:Installation Instructions
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3 Installation Instructions
Below is a diagram for the recommended installation of the Intuicom RTK Bridge®-X
utilizing the equipment noted above.
The RTK Bridge-X Bluetooth Receiver is designed to be plugged directly into the GNSS
receiver and has both data and power connections. The unit should be mounted so that it is
secure and not overly straining the cable and connectors.
The RTK Bridge-X should be installed in the cab of the tractor where the diagnostic LEDs
can be monitored. When using the RTK Bridge-X Bluetooth Receiver, the RTK Bridge-X
will need to be powered via the included DC power leads since it is no longer being powered
through the StarFire™ 3000. Connect all antennas to the RTK Bridge-X and connect the
power cable. Plug the RTK Bridge-X Bluetooth Receiver into the GNSS receiver.
Connecting the RTK Bridge®-X to the StarFire™ 3000
•Open the base of the StarFire™ 3000 and unplug the radio connector if included.
Plug the connector from the RTK Bridge®-X Bluetooth Receiver into the StarFire™
connector. Reassemble the StarFire™ 3000 making sure the cable is not crimped and
waterproofing the housing where the cable enters. Diagram 2, below shows the
inside of the StarFire™ receiver and where the RTK Bridge®-X Bluetooth Receiver
cable will plug in.

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Diagram 2
•The RTK Bridge®-X Bluetooth Receiver mounts inside the John Deere Radio
Housing which is attached as directed to the StarFire™ 3000. [See page 17-18.]
•It is recommended that the RTK Bridge®-X be installed where the operator can view
the status LEDs for troubleshooting and to verify operation. Intuicom has a variety of
installation options available for the RTK Bridge®-X.
RTK Bridge®-X Bluetooth Receiver Cable

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INSTRUCTION SHEET FOR MOUNTING IN THE RADIO HOUSING
Preparing the John Deere Radio Housing for mounting the Intuicom RTK Bridge®-X Bluetooth
Receiver.
STEP 1: Place the provided template on the Radio Housing as shown below [Figure 1].
Secure it with tape to prevent it from moving during the drilling process.
STEP 2: Using a drill with a ¼” bit, drill the two holes where indicated.
STEP 3: Remove the template. Insert the Intuicom RTK Bridge®-X Bluetooth Receiver as
shown [Figure 2], securing it to the Radio Housing with the hardware provided.

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Photo [Figure 3] of the installed RTK Bridge®-X Bluetooth Receiver in the John Deere Radio
Housing.
Template for use with John Deere Radio Housing
Cut out the template below and affix to Radio Housing as shown in Figure 1.

Section 4:Configuration
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Configuring)the)RTK)Bridge®–X)to)send)Corrections)to)the)StarFire™)
3000)via)the)RTK)Bridge®>X)Bluetooth)Receiver)
NOTE: Be sure the RTK option is unlocked before proceeding. An unlock code can be
obtained from a John Deere dealer.
4 Configuration
In order to send the correction to the Intuicom RTK Bridge-X Bluetooth Receiver, it must
first be paired with the RTK Bridge-X. Once RTK Bridge-X Bluetooth Receiver is powered
up, the LINK LED will begin flashing, this indicates the receiver is in pairing mode. Now
the RTK Bridge-X needs to find the RTK Bridge-X Bluetooth Receiver. Log into the RTK
Bridge-X and navigate to the Bluetooth page.
Bluetooth must be enabled on the RTK Bridge-X. Check the Enable box and click the SAVE
button.

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Now the RTK Bridge-X is ready to pair to the RTK Bridge-X Bluetooth Receiver. Press the
Pairing button and the RTK Bridge-X will start to search for the RTK Bridge-X Bluetooth
Receiver. This process can take 10-20 seconds and may have to be run more than once if
there is interference. Disabling the WiFi may help for the pairing process to be faster; but
will require that the unit be configured via direct Ethernet connection or via Cellular
connection.
Once the RTK Bridge-X Bluetooth Receiver has been discovered, press the Pair with device
button. The PAIR LED on the RTK Bridge-X Bluetooth Receiver should stop blinking and
be constantly on indicating a successful pairing. The DATA LED should start blinking as
the RTK Bridge-X begins sending data to the RTK Bridge-X Bluetooth Receiver.

Section 4:Configuration
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The StarFire™ 3000 must be configured to receive at 38,400 baud rate (set baud rate), 8 data
bits, no parity, and 1 stop bit. The correction type must match the correction type being
received in the RTK Bridge-X (typically RTCM). See the StarFire™ 3000 Installation guide
for details on configuring the receiver.