Gps Real Time Kinematics (Rtk) Has Mastered Dialing In The Accuracy Of Their Gps Modules To Just Millimeters!Based On The Sparkfun Gps-Rtk2 Designs, The Sparkfun Gps-Rtk-Sma Raises The Bar For High-Precision Gps And Is The Latest In A Line Of Powerful Rtk Boards Featuring The Zed-F9P Module From U-Blox. The Zed-F9P Is A Top-Of-The-Line Module For High Accuracy Gnss And Gps Location Solutions Including Rtk That Is Capable Of 10Mm, Three-Dimensional Accuracy. With This Board, You Will Be Able To Know Where Your (Or Any Object'S) X, Y, And Z Location Is Within Roughly The Width Of Your Fingernail! The Zed-F9P Is Unique In That It Is Capable Of Both Rover And Base Station Operations. Utilizing Our Handy Qwiic System, No Soldering Is Required To Connect It To The Rest Of Your System. However, We Still Have Broken Out 0.1''-Spaced Pins In Case You Prefer To Use A Breadboard.We'Ve Included A Rechargeable Backup Battery To Keep The Latest Module Configuration And Satellite Data Available For Up To Two Weeks. This Battery Helps 'Warm-Start' The Module Decreasing The Time-To-First-Fix Dramatically. This Module Features A Survey-In Mode Allowing The Module To Become A Base Station And Produce Rtcm 3.X Correction Data. Based On Your Feedback, We Switched Out The U.Fl Connector And Included An Sma Connector In This Version Of The Board.The Number Of Configuration Options Of The Zed-F9P Is Incredible! Geofencing, Variable I2C Address, Variable Update Rates, Even The High Precision Rtk Solution Can Be Increased To 20Hz. The Gps-Rtk2 Even Has Five Communications Ports Which Are All Active Simultaneously: Usb-C (Which Enumerates As A Com Port), Uart1 (With 3.3V Ttl), Uart2 For Rtcm Reception (With 3.3V Ttl), I2C (Via The Two Qwiic Connectors Or Broken Out Pins), And Spi.We'Ve Also Written An Extensive Arduino Compatible Library For U-Blox Modules To Make Reading And Controlling The Gps-Rtk-Sma Over Qwiic Easy. Note: Purchase Antenna Separately.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the dimensions of the SparkFun GPS-RTK-SMA breakout?A: The dimensions are approximately one point seventy-one inches by one point seventy inches by zero point fifty-one inches.
Q: What is the weight of the SparkFun GPS-RTK-SMA breakout?A: The weight is six point eight grams.
Q: What voltage does the SparkFun GPS-RTK-SMA operate on?A: It operates on five volts or three point three volts.
Q: How do I connect the SparkFun GPS-RTK-SMA to my system?A: You can connect it using the Qwiic Connect system, which requires no soldering.
Q: Can I use this GPS module for both rover and base station operations?A: Yes, the ZED-F9P module supports both rover and base station operations.
Q: What is the maximum accuracy of the SparkFun GPS-RTK-SMA?A: The maximum accuracy is ten millimeters in three-dimensional positioning.
Q: How long does it take to get a first fix with this GPS?A: The time to first fix is approximately twenty-five seconds when cold and two seconds when hot.
Q: Is there an Arduino library available for this GPS module?A: Yes, there is an extensive Arduino-compatible library for controlling the GPS-RTK-SMA.
Q: What communication ports are available on the SparkFun GPS-RTK-SMA?A: It has five active communication ports: USB-C, UART1, UART2, I2C, and SPI.
Q: How should I store the SparkFun GPS-RTK-SMA when not in use?A: Store it in a cool, dry place to protect its electronic components.
Q: What is the maximum altitude this GPS module can reach?A: The maximum altitude is fifty kilometers, or thirty-one miles.
Q: How do I keep the GPS module's battery in good condition?A: Recharge the backup battery regularly to maintain its ability to store satellite data.
Q: Is the SparkFun GPS-RTK-SMA suitable for beginners?A: Yes, it is user-friendly and includes a library for easy integration with Arduino.
Q: What if the GPS module arrives damaged?A: Contact customer support immediately for assistance with returns or exchanges.
Q: Can I use the SparkFun GPS-RTK-SMA in outdoor conditions?A: Yes, it is designed for outdoor use and will perform well in various weather conditions.
