Azimuth RTK Surveying GNSS

Tech Chat | How to Stakeout Points Using Azimuth & Distance

In some countries like the United States, Canada, or parts of Europe — especially when working with legacy survey maps or cadastral plans — point positions are are described not by coordinates, but by their azimuth and distance relationships.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver INS Navigation

Test Report | SV100 INS Series Performance Field Test Under Diverse Environments

To verify the real-world performance of the SV100 INS Series receivers in various GNSS-challenged environments, SingularXYZ conducted a structured dynamic vehicle test through diverse urban and semi-enclosed scenarios

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver IMU

Tech Chat | Understanding Main Functional Modules in RTK GNSS Receivers

Continuing this series, today's blog will focus on the main functional modules integrated into the receiver's mainboard. These components are crucial for achieving high-precision positioning and enabling smart field applications.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | Understanding The Communication Interfaces in RTK GNSS Receivers

In this blog, we’ll focus specifically on the communication systems built into the mainboard. Other parts will be discussed in future posts in this series.

Autosteer GNSS PPP

Tech Chat | How to Activate PPP in Your Auto-Steering System

When using an auto-steering system in the field, sometimes you may encounter areas without network coverage or RTK base. In such cases, you may still want to continue working without interruption. That's where PPP comes in.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | What’s Inside a GNSS Receiver?
- A Breakdown of Its Core Components

Most surveyors are well-acquainted with the various models and features of GNSS receivers—but have you ever wondered what's hidden inside that compact and rugged housing?

GNSS Antenna RTK

Tech Chat | What are the Main GNSS Antenna Types & Their Uses

Whether you're doing centimeter-level land surveying, precision agriculture, or vehicle navigation, understanding the antenna types and selecting the right one can directly impact your positioning performance.

RTCM Base Station

Tech Chat | Setting Up RTCM Output on the S20 Smart Antenna Base Station

The S20 is a smart GNSS antenna that integrates both antenna and GNSS engine in one compact unit. It's designed for easy integration into third-party agricultural systems, where it can provide reliable high-precision positioning.

GNSS GPS

Tech Chat | Analysis of GNSS Frequency Bands and Multi-Frequency Technology

In this article, we will explore the core concept of multi-frequency GNSS, examine the frequency bands of major GNSS systems, and discuss how multi-frequency technology enhances GNSS performance.

RTK GNSS

Tech Chat | What Affects Your RTK Fix Rate? — and How to Improve It

In this blog, let's explore the main factors that affect RTK fix rate, and more importantly, the strategies you can apply to improve your fix performance in the field.

Laser surveying RTK

Tech Chat | Laser Stakeout - A Quick, Contact-Free Way to Verify Points

While AR stakeout provides intuitive directional guidance by overlaying point locations onto the real world through the camera, the built-in laser offers another layer of convenience in stakeout. But how exactly can the laser be used in stakeout?

AR camera GNSS

Tech Chat | Introduction to AR Stakeout

In recent years, AR (Augmented Reality) technology has brought a fresh visual experience to traditional GNSS stakeout work. In this blog, let's take a deeper look at how AR stakeout works and how it is implemented in SingularXYZ solutions.

Tech Chat | Understanding the PTL Function in Total Stations

The Point To Line (PTL) function is an advanced data processing tool in total stations, designed to determine the relative position between a measured point and a reference line.

PPP SBAS CORS RTK GNSS

Tech Chat | Choose the Right GIS Work Mode for Your Needs

In this blog, we break down the differences between CORS, PPP, and SBAS work modes, compare SingularXYZ's GIS solutions, and provide step-by-step tutorials to help you optimize your workflow.

RTK GNSS

Tech Chat | How To Read Receiver Status from the Front Panel?

In this blog, we'll take the X1-Series GNSS receiver as an example to explain the meanings of these indicators and buttons.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | Resolving Coordinates Mismatches in RTK Surveying & Stakeout

One common questions that our support team been asked about is dealing with coordinate mismatches between design drawings and RTK measurements. The Localization feature in SingularXYZ software is designed to solve exactly this problem.

autosteer GNSS

Tech Chat | How to Efficiently Manage Tasks Across Different Farms and Plots?

When using autosteer kits, it's common for farmers to work across multiple plots or even different farms. In this blog, we will introduce how to effectively manage guidance line tasks by categorizing them under specific farms and plots.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | How to Access the Web Page of Z1 GNSS Receiver?

If you're using the Z1 GNSS receiver, there may be times when you need to access its web page to download static data, update firmware, or others. In this blog, we'll walk you through the steps to access the Z1 web interface.

Tech Chat | How to Transfer Your SingularPad License to a New Device?

In the course of using SingularPad, you may need to switch devices, such as when your Android PDA is damaged or you upgrade to a new one. This blog will guide you on how to transfer your license to a new device.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | Choose Your RTK - 2025 SingularXYZ GNSS Receiver Lineup Comparison

In this blog, we present an updated comparison of our GNSS receivers to help you make an informed decision based on the latest models, performance specifications, and key features.

AR camera GNSS

Tech Chat | Mastering Visual AR Stakeout with Orion ONE

The Visual AR Stakeout feature of the Orion ONE RTK receiver brings a new level of efficiency to field surveying. In this blog, we'll walk you through the steps to effectively use Visual AR Stakeout with Orion ONE.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Laser surveying

Tech Chat | Mastering Laser Surveying with Orion ONE

To facilitate everyone's use and to demonstrate the operation to interested professionals, in today's blog, we will introduce in detail how to use the laser surveying function and related precautions.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver AR stakeout Laser surveying

SingularXYZ FAQ | Orion ONE's Laser, AR & Performance Features Explained

In our previous blog, we focused on the laser surveying capabilities of the Orion ONE visual and laser RTK receiver. Today, we’ll address more FAQs, including laser surveying limitations, AR stakeout WiFi usage...

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Laser surveying

FAQ | Common Questions About Orion ONE Laser Surveying

Since the release of the Orion ONE visual and laser RTK receiver, we've received some questions from users curious about its new laser surveying function. In this blog, we'll address some of the FAQs.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Safety

Tech Chat | How to Add and Connect Devices to the SingularThings IoT Platform?

In this blog, we'll walk you through adding and connecting P2 devices to the SingularThings platform, followed by an overview of its customizable features.

Geospatial Total station

Tech Chat | Understanding Different Angle Units in Total Station Surveying

In surveying and mapping, angle measurements are vital, but different regions often use varying angle units. This blog will help you understand the differences between these units and guide you on how to switch it on TS1000 total station.

Geospatial CORS GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | How to Upgrade SingularCaster Software

At the end of our last blog, we addressed common login issues with the SingularCaster software. In this blog, we'll provide a step-by-step guide to properly reinstall and update the SingularCaster software.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver PPP SBAS

Tech Chat | How to Enable SBAS and PPP Mode on Sfaira ONE Series

In this blog, we'll guide you through enabling the SBAS and PPP functions on the Sfaira ONE Series receiver. For a detailed introduction to these technologies, check out our previous blogs:

Geospatial Static GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | How to Obtain GNSS Static Data With Sfaira ONE Series?

Recently, Sfaira ONE Series users have also expressed interest in obtaining static data, although this model lacks internal storage. In this blog, we'll walk you through how to obtain static data from it via a Type-C USB cable for easy transfer.

Autosteer GNSS Tablet Crash

Tech Chat | How to Resolve Stuck or Crashing Issues in Autosteer Software?

Recently, we've received feedback from users experiencing lag or crashes when running PrecisionAg Autosteer software on the T10 tablet. This blog will show you how to troubleshoot and fix these issues.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | Understanding The Meaning & Accuracy of Common RTK Solutions

In daily GNSS RTK surveying, the RTK solution is an important indicator for positioning reliability and accuracy. In this blog, we will introduce the meaning of each RTK solution and its typical accuracy, and how do they affect your results?

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver RTKLIB

Tech Chat | STRSVR: A Key Tool for GNSS Data Transfer and Debugging

In the field of GNSS applications, a reliable tool for data transfer and debugging is sometimes very helpful. RTKLIB STRSVR serves as an easy-to-use network transfer auxiliary tool that supports various protocols.

Geospatial RTK SingularPad

Tech Chat | How to Activate SingularPad Software and Common Registration FAQs

In this blog, we'll walk you through the SingularPad registration process and address some common FAQs that may arise during activation.

Geospatial RTK Ntrip Caster CORS

FAQ | Troubleshooting Common Issues with SingularCaster Software

When managing a CORS network with SingularCaster, users may occasionally encounter login failures that disrupt their workflow. This blog will focus on common login problems associated with SingularCaster.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver NMEA-0183

Tech Chat | Understanding NMEA Messages: Key to High-Precision Positioning

In the world of high-precision surveying, NMEA messages are essential for reliable communication between GNSS receivers and other devices. In this blog, we'll break down key NMEA messages.

Geospatial Total Station

FAQ | SingularXYZ TS1000 Total Station - Part 5 Solution of Data Conversion lssues

In a previous blog, we discussed how to use TS-Link to convert data into the format you need. In this blog, we will explore the common reasons behind these failures and provide a step-by-step solution to ensure successful data conversion.

Geospatial RTK IP LAN

Tech Chat | Understanding LAN, Public, and Static IPs in CORS Setup

For high-precision CORS networks, IP addresses are critical for communication between devices and network. This blog explains how each type of IP plays a role in managing and maintaining a stable CORS system.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Photovoltaic

Tech Chat | Simplifying Photovoltaic Stake-Out with SingularPad

In this blog, we will walk you through a step-by-step guide on conducting an efficient and accurate photovoltaic stake-out using SingularPad, ensuring your projects are executed with precision, regardless of the terrain.

Geospatial CORS Ntrip Caster

Tech Chat | How to Build a Personal Server for SingularCaster CORS Software

For CORS owners, to build a server for the CORS software/NtripCaster platform is the very first step. A stable network environment, high data processing capacity, and reliable long-term operation can guarantee better results.

Geospatial Total Station

FAQ | SingularXYZ TS1000 Total Station – Part 4 Station Occupation

This blog will guide you through the importance of station occupation and introduce various methods used to ensure precise measurements in complex engineering projects.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver GNSS Antenna

Tech Chat | Understanding Antenna Phase Center & Its Calculation

In satellite positioning, the original calculated coordinates is the location of the GNSS antenna phase center (APC). In today's blog, we'll delve into what the antenna phase center is, how it's calculated...

Autosteer GNSS

Tech Chat | How to Get NMEA Messages from SAgro-Series Autosteer Kits

In modern agriculture, recording and monitoring field operations is essential for efficient farm management and data analysis. SingularXYZ autosteer software can record the operated area in real-time with 0.1 square meter accuracy.

Geospatial Total Station

FAQ | SingularXYZ TS1000 Total Station – Part 3 Data Format Conversion

In our previous blog, we discussed how to export data directly from a total station. In this blog, we will introduce how to convert the exported data into the format you need through conversion software.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver APN 4G

Tech Chat | What is APN & How To Setup in SingularXYZ Products?

Understanding the role of APN (Access Point Name) is crucial for those who use mobile internet services. In this blog, we will explain what APN is, how it works, and how to configure it in SingularXYZ products.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Base

Tech Chat | Tips for Setting Up a Reliable Base Station

For beginners in RTK surveying, setting up the RTK base correctly and reliably can be challenging without proper guidance. In today's blog, we will cover essential tips to help you set up your base station correctly.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | Evaluating RTK Accuracy in Different Dimensions

In the realm of surveying, ensuring the accuracy of your measurements is paramount. Understanding and evaluating the accuracy of your RTK surveying can significantly impact your results.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Test Report

Test Report | Sfaira ONE Performance in Different Environments

In this test report, we evaluate the performance of the Sfaira ONE Series, based on detailed testing conducted by our user Ari Kilpelä, D.Sc., CEO of Dimense Oy, sharing its accuracy, precision, and tilt capabilities in different environments.

Geospatial Total Station

FAQ | SingularXYZ TS1000 Total Station – Part 2 Data Import and Export

In our previous blog, we covered basic settings about TS1000. This blog will continue by introducing how to use a USB stick to import and export data, which is a crucial aspect of surveying data management.

Geospatial RTK Drone Mapping UAV

Tech Chat | Setting Up a Base Station for Drone Operations via Receiver’s Caster

In certain drone applications, like drone mapping or autonomous driving inspections, achieving centimeter-level accuracy is essential. This blog will guide you through setting up a base station through a WiFi connection.

Geospatial DDNS CORS

Tech Chat | How to Set Up DDNS for Remote Management of SV100 CORS Stations?

For CORS providers managing numerous stations, remote control of the CORS station becomes crucial. In today's blog, we will use the SV100 and the NO-IP service as an example to introduce how to set up the DDNS function.

Autosteer GNSS Demo

Tech Chat | How to Use the Demo Mode of Our SAgro-Series Systems?

There are scenarios where we need to make a demonstration but it's not convenient to install the system on a tractor, such as participating in trade shows, system testing. This blog will guide you through the steps to activate the demo mode.

Autosteer GNSS U-turn

Tech Chat | How to Use U-Turn Function in SAgro-Series Autosteer Kits?

In the ever-evolving world of agriculture, precision and efficiency are key. The SAgro-Series autosteer kits from SingularXYZ are helping farmers around the world enter the era of precision farming and improve their farming efficiency & quality.

Geospatial Azimuth Bearing Surveying

Tech Chat | Difference Between Azimuth and Bearing in Land Surveying

In the field of geodesy, azimuth and bearing are both for identifying directions and angle differences between points. Today's blog let's understand the differences between them to help surveyors ensure accurate survyeing.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Line Stakeout

Tech Chat | Line-related surveying tasks in SingularPad – Part 2 Stakeout

In the previous chapter, we explored various workflows for creating lines within SingularPad software. In this blog, let’s delve into conducting line stakeouts using different methods to cater to diverse tasks.

Autosteer GNSS Tractor

Tech Chat | Compatibility of SAgro-Series Autosteer Kits & Real User Cases

For those entering precision farming with systems like SAgro-Series autosteer kits, concerns often arise regarding compatibility with different tractors. In this blog, we delve into the specifics of compatibility across various tractor models.

Geospatial Surveying Map SingularPad

Tech Chat | How to Set & Calibrate Base Maps for Your Surveying Tasks?

In various surveying tasks and project scenarios, there are different requirements about the base maps. Tailored to meet such specific needs, SingularPad offers support for a range of base map types.

Geospatial Total Station FAQ

FAQ | SingularXYZ TS1000 Total Station – Part 1 Basic Settings

Drawing from our experience supporting TS1000 total station users, we've summarized some common settings in this blog to ensure your total station aligns perfectly with your needs.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Line Surveying

Tech Chat | Line-related surveying tasks in SingularPad – Part 1

In the realm of surveying, in addition to the basic point survey and stakeout, the line-related tasks are also very common and important. In this blog, let's look closely at the possible workflows about creating lines.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | How to Tackle CORS Coverage Gaps via SingularXYZ Caster?

Here, we present a step-by-step guide of how to setup the X1-series as base station and deliver differential data to the Sfaira ONE series via SingularXYZ Caster over 4G, enabling you to undertake RTK measurements with ease.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver AR

Tech Chat | Maximizing Stakeout Efficiency with SingularPad's AR Integration

As AR (Augmented Reality) technology continues to permeate various industries. By integrating AR into the SingularPad software’s stakeout function, surveyors can maximize stakeout efficiency through virtual guidance on the software.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Static

Tech Chat | How to record static data when the receiver is working as RTK Base?

Due to certain project specifications and accuracy verification requirements, sometimes our users will need to have the receiver record static data simultaneously while it is working as RTK base.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver CORS

Tech Chat | A Comprehensive Introduction & Guide to CORS

In this blog, we will combine and summarize previous blogs and comprehensively introduce the definition, advantages, applications, construction and configuration of CORS to give you a complete understanding.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Antenna Height

Tech Chat | How To Measure & Set the Height of RTK Base Station?

When using GNSS receivers for surveying, accurately measuring antenna height is crucial for both static measurements and setting up RTK bases. In today's blog, we will explore how to measure and configure the antenna height.

Geospatial CORS Ntrip Caster Server

Tech Chat | How To Choose An Ideal Cloud Server For Your CORS Software?

In this blog post, we will delve into selecting the suitable cloud server for your CORS platform, including considerations for parameter selection, assisting you in configuring and managing your CORS effectively.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver GIS

Tech Chat | How to Add Attributes to Measured Features During Surveys

As GISers and surveyors are familiar with, the geo-features come with a couple of attributes. Some are automatically generated based on the measured coordinates, such as the length of the line and the area of the surface.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | Choose Your Right One - Exploring SingularXYZ GNSS Receiver Lineup

In this latest blog, let's delve deeper into a comprehensive comparison of all our GNSS receivers, exploring their unique features, functionalities, work modes, and application domains.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver IMU

Tech Chat | How to Use Receiver IMU as a Compass for Stakeout?

Have you ever encountered challenges when staking out due to a failing controller compass? This blog will guide you through utilizing the receiver's IMU as a compass for stakeout, ensuring accurate navigation even when compasses fail.

Geospatial GNSS PPP Galieo HAS

Tech Chat | How to Use Galileo HAS?

In the last chapter, we introduced you to the transformative potential of Galileo's High Accuracy Service (HAS). Now, let's delve deeper into how our products seamlessly integrate with HAS.

Geospatial GNSS PPP Galieo HAS

Tech Chat | What is Galileo High Accuracy Service (HAS)?

As a cornerstone in Global Navigation Satellite Systems, Galileo has been a familiar presence in our daily lives. Since commencing testing and experimentation of the innovative High Accuracy Service (HAS) in 2019.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Surveying

Tech Chat | Enhancing Teamwork: Sharing Coordinate System Parameters in SingularPad Software

Effective communication is crucial for successful project execution. In this blog post, we'll explore how to effortlessly share these parameters with your fellow surveyors using the SingularPad software.

Geospatial Datum GNSS

Tech Chat | What is Datum? – Part 2 Explore Local Datums

Building upon the insights shared in our previous blog, where we explored the importance of global datums and the challenges they present, our attention now turns to a solution that effectively addresses them—the local datum.

Support Autosteer

Tech Chat | Efficient Communication for Resolving Technical Issues
- Chapter 2 Agricultural Questions

In our previous chapter, we explored effective communication with technicians. In this chapter, we will pivot our focus to another critical application domain—GNSS agricultural systems, specifically auto-steering kits.

Autosteer GNSS

Tech Chat | Choosing the Suitable Autosteer System for Your Farming Needs

Since we released our new SAgro200 autosteer system this month, now we have 3 models of SAgro-Series autosteer systems. Today we will introduce the differences and common advantages of our SAgro-Series.

Geospatial Datum GNSS

Tech Chat | What is Datums? - A Practical Insight for Surveyors

Understanding the essence of geodetic datums is not just a theoretical exercise but a critical aspect of a surveyor's daily routine. When we talk about a datum, we're essentially referring to the reference point or "zero" point...

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Total Station Coordinate System

Tech Chat | Grid to Ground:
Bridging the Gap Between RTK & Total Station Observation

In precision measurement projects, the seamless integration of total stations and GNSS equipment is essential. In this blog, we will introduce how to bridge the gap between RTK and total station reference.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver IMU

Tech Chat | Enhancing Tilt Survey Accuracy:
A Guide to Effective Pole Calibration

In this blog, we will introduce a practical solution – Pole Calibration – to enhance the reliability and stability of tilt survey measurements.

Geospatial Support

Tech Chat | Efficient Communication for Resolving Technical Issues
- Chapter 1 Geospatial Questions

This blog outlines essential information to provide when reporting technical problems and offers specific instructions on effective communication with SingularXYZ technicians.

GNSS RINEX Static

Tech Chat | Introducing SingularConverter: Easier RINEX Data Conversion

Today, let's delve into a useful tool, SingularConverter, designed specifically to convert binary data in the *.xyz format to RINEX data.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Radio

Tech Chat | Mastering RTK Radio Mode Setup for Seamless Surveys

In our day-to-day RTK surveying, we usually use GSM or radio to transmit correction data from base to rover. In this blog, let’s unravel the intricacies of these concepts in radio mode to empower you in achieving a seamless setup.

Geospatial Surveying Coordinate Calculation

Tech Chat | Coordinate Forward & Inverse Calculations in Surveying and Mapping

In the field of surveying and mapping, coordinate inverse and forward calculation are very common methods. In this blog, we will introduce these concepts and simplify their practical application with SingularPad software.

Geospatial GNSS Antenna GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | Understanding GNSS Positioning:
From APC to Ground Target Point

In daily RTK measurement, we usually need to input the height of the ranging pole in order to convert the coordinates into a ground target point. Have you ever wondered the original position measured by the GNSS receiver are?

GNSS NMEA-0183 RTK

Tech Chat | Common NMEA Messages Used in RTK Devices

In our previous blogs, we introduced NMEA-0183 and the key message $GPGGA. In this blog, we will introduce the most common NMEA messages used in RTK devices, in addition to $GPGGA.

Geospatial GNSS Heading

Tech Chat | What is #Heading Data?

For surveying or GIS, positioning data can meet the demands. But for some navigation applications such as auto-steering systems for agricultural operations or guiding UAVs, it is crucial to get the orientation information.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Road Stakeout

Tech Chat | Mastering Road Stakeout with SingularPad – Part 2

In the last chapter, we have explored how to import a road file like XML, and how to design a road file in different methods based on your project. After the preparation, in this blog, let's learn how to conduct the road stakeout in SingularPad.

GNSS Geoid Model Coordinate System

Tech Chat | What is geoid model and how to use it?

In previous blogs, we explored the distinctions between three common height measurements—geodetic height, normal height, and orthometric height. In this blog, let's learn what the geoid model is and demonstrate how to utilize it.

Tech Chat | How to adjust project coordinates when the base changes?

In surveying projects, sometimes we may need to update base station coordinates when many points have been measured. So how should we handle the previous measured points and continue surveying quickly?

CAN Autosteer

Tech Chat | What is CAN protocol?

Today we will introduce the Controller Area Network (CAN) protocol, the data transfer protocol used in our SAgro-series, enabling farmers to achieve greater productivity and cost-efficiency.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Road Stakeout

Tech Chat | Mastering Road Stakeout with SingularPad – Part 1

To ensure the creation of safe and functional roads, the practice of "road stakeout" takes center stage. In this blog, we will introduce you to the process of initiating road stakeout tasks using the SingularPad field software.

Height Elevation Coordinate System

Tech Chat | What’s the difference between geodetic height, normal height and ortho-height?

In our daily surveying tasks, elevation is important in construction projects and other applications. In the elevation system, the most commonly used are orthometric height, normal height and geodetic height.

Tech Chat | How to conduct static measurement via web page?

Although RTK surveys are becoming more and more popular, static surveys are still necessary in some cases, such as control point surveys, signal quality tests before setting up CORS stations, etc.

Geospatial CORS GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | How to set SV100 as a base with a router?

Recently, we have received lots of inquiries from our SV100 users about how to configure it as a base station. So in this blog, we will introduce how to configure SV100 as a base/reference station via Ethernet with a router.

Autosteer GNSS Gyroscope

Tech Chat | What is attitude sensor and how does it work?

Attitude sensor is a common sensor that applied in various systems to provide attitude data of the system. Our SAgro100 auto-steering system has also applied attitude sensors to obtain tractor attitude & heading data.

Geospatial PPK GNSS

Tech Chat | How to conduct PPK survey tasks?
– Part 2 Post-processing

In the previous blog, we have introduced how to conduct the field work of PPK survey. In this article, let us learn together about how to deal with the collected raw data and obtain accurate positioning results.

SingularPad Plot

Tech Chat | How to calculate & divide the plot area based on measured/known points?

In today's blog, we will introduce a simple way in SingularPad software of how to calculate the area of a plot and how to divide the plot according to a specific area in the field.

Geospatial PPK GNSS

Tech Chat | How to conduct PPK survey tasks? – Part 1

When we cannot get a stable datalink between base and rover, or we need a higher positioning frequency like drone surveying, RTK surveying cannot always meet our demands. That's why we need the PPK survey method.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | Which RTK Rover is Right for you? – Differences between SingularXYZ Rovers

Since last year, SingularXYZ team has released multiple RTK devices. Today we have selected four of the most popular receivers, to compare the main features of each RTK device and help you find the most suitable working scene.

Autosteer GNSS

FAQ | SAgro100 Auto-Steering System – Part 3 Auto-Steering

During the past year, SAgro100 automated steering system has helped many farmers in different countries and areas improve their working efficiency and productivity. We have summarized its frequently asked questions.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Base

Tech Chat | How to set up SV100 as a portable base?

When using SV100 GNSS receiver as base, it can be set up as both CORS or portable base. Today, let us introduce how to set up SV100 as a portable base in the field for your surveying rovers, tractors or construction machines.

Autosteer GNSS FAQ

FAQ | SAgro100 Auto-Steering System – Part 2 Auto-Steering

In order to help our users get started easier with SAgro100 automated steering system, in the last blog, we have summarized the questions during its signal connection.

Autosteer GNSS FAQ

FAQ | SAgro100 Auto-Steering System – Part 1 Signal Connection

During the past year, SAgro100 automated steering system has helped many farmers. In this blog, we have summarized the questions frequently asked by our users and provided relevant solutions, hoping to facilitate your use.

Autosteer Tractor

Tech Chat | How can SAgro100 be compatible with most tractors? – Importance of Spline Sleeves

How is the SAgro100 autosteer system compatible with most tractor models? This is the point that most users will care about. In today's blog, we will introduce how spline sleeves work and how to select a suitable spline.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Test

Tech Chat | How to test the RTK performance?

If you want to know exactly how your RTK receiver performs, you can test it by yourself. In today's blog, we'll introduce a simple way to test RTK performance in two aspects - accuracy and re-initialization time.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver CORS VRS

Tech Chat | What is VRS and its advantages?

When selecting a mount point in CORS, in addition to normal mount points, you may often see VRS, nearest, etc. What do they mean and what’s the advantage of them?

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | What are the sources of RTK errors and how to avoid them?

For the application of GNSS positioning and navigation technology, such as surveying, precision agriculture, etc., RTK is most commonly used. So what are the main sources of RTK error? How should we avoid these errors?

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver IMU Test

Tech Chat | How to test the accuracy of IMU?

In past blogs, we've introduced what IMU is and how it works on our Y1 GNSS receiver. Today, we will introduce a conventional method of testing the accuracy of IMU, so that you can test your own equipment.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | How to make your surveying more accurate? – Importance of Grid Shift

In daily surveying, we usually set up base stations on known points. What if there are no known points or the known points are far apart in some large-scale projects? How can we ensure the accuracy when shift or re-start the base?

Geospatial RTK GNSS Solar Storm Ionospheric

Tech Chat | How do solar storms affect RTK surveying?

Recently, you may also feel that RTK devices have become difficult to fix around the world, such as Vietnam and India. Because it is currently the active period of solar storms. So how do solar storms affect RTK surveying?

Autosteer GNSS

Tech Chat | How to measure AB guidance line for auto-steering systems?

When using an auto-steering system for farming tasks, the first thing is to create the route. In common Straight line mode, normally we will drive the tractor to the start of the line to mark point A, and drive to the end...

Geospatial CORS GNSS Antenna

Tech Chat | Should I Choose A Choke Ring Antenna For My Reference Station?

When supporting our SV100 users building reference stations, one of the most frequently asked questions is - should I use a choke ring antenna for SV100? What are the advantages of choke ring antenna over geodetic antenna?

Geospatial CORS Server

Tech Chat | How to build your CORS server for free with Alibaba Cloud?

In our previous blogs, we introduced a free method using Amazon Cloud & SNIP for beginners who want to build their own CORS platform. In today's blog, we will share how to build your CORS server with Alibaba Cloud?

GNSS RTK RTD

Tech Chat – What’s the difference between RTK & RTD?

Both using the differential data to correct GNSS positioning, what’s the main difference between RTK (Real Time Kinematic) and RTD (Real Time Differential)? And what are the differences in their application fields?

Geospatial GIS GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | How to make your RTK work with Mobile Topographer?

Different users have their own work habits and preferred software. In order to facilitate our vast user groups, our RTK products are compatible with common field surveying software and GIS software on the market.

Geospatial Total Station RTK GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | How to combine total station & RTK receiver surveying?

In this blog, we will introduce how to perform both total station and RTK receiver surveys in the same coordinate system through SingularPad software. Post-processing is no longer required.

Geospatial CORS

Tech Chat | How to build a CORS station? – Chapter 2

In the previous chapters, we talked about how to site an ideal location for a CORS station and analyze GNSS data quality. After these preparations, we can start building the CORS station.

Geospatial CORS

Tech Chat | How to build a CORS station? – Chapter 1

After site the location, we need to collect GNSS signal data and check if the data quality is sufficient to build a CORS station. In this chapter, we will take SV100 as an example to see how to check the GNSS data quality.

Geospatial Total Station

Tech Chat | How to simplify your total station stakeout?

Considering the complex process of traditional total station stakeout, SingularXYZ team has added the Stakeout Position Sharing function in SingularPad field software.

Geospatial Doppler Smooth SBAS

Tech Chat | How accurate can GNSS achieve without base stations?

In today's blog, we will introduce the original accuracy of GNSS single-point mode and two optimized methods to obtain higher accuracy without base stations.

Geospatial SingularPad

Tech Chat | A Convenient Function for GIS – SingularPad Zigzag

In this blog, we will introduce ZigZag, a useful function for feature collection. It can automatically switch feature codes during work and allow surveyors to focus more on the environment, which is often used for linear acquisition tasks.

Geospatial CORS Server

Tech Chat | How to build your CORS platform for free? – Chapter 2

Today let's learn how to use Amazon Cloud to create ports for data transfer, and how to set CORS stations and make the mountpoint online. And in the next chapter, we will introduce to you how to realize user management.

Geospatial CORS Server

Tech Chat | How to build your CORS platform for free? – Chapter 1

In today's blog, we will introduce a free trail of building your CORS platform with Amazon Cloud and SNIP. After the actual operation, I believe it will be of great reference significance for you to build a long-term platform in the future.

Geospatial GIS GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | How to make your RTK work with GIS software?

Although both belong to the geospatial industry, GIS and surveying have different tendencies in the selection of equipment for point surveying work. GISers are more concerned about the compatibility with GIS software...

Geospatial Ntrip Caster

Tech Chat | What is NTRIP Caster?

The NTRIP protocol is no stranger to surveyors, which consists of NTRIP Client, NTRIP Caster and NTRIP Server. During our daily surveying tasks, what we used most frequently is NTRIP Client (rover) and NTRIP Server (base).

Land leveling Agriculture GNSS

Tech Chat | What’s the difference between GNSS land leveling and laser land leveling?

The land leveling as first step shows great importance for subsequent working procedures. In today's blog, let's compare the differences between the laser land leveling system or GNSS land leveling system?

Geospatial CORS Server

Tech Chat | An optimal solution for single continuous operation base station

Nowadays, more and more farmers or surveyors want to set up a continuous operation base station for their rovers working in a specific area, such as auto-steering systems in a farm field or GNSS receivers in a construction site...

Geospatial Total Station

Tech Chat | How to quickly center and level the total station?

The total station integrates the functions of angle measurement, distance measurement and height difference measurement, and has three modes of angle measurement, distance measurement and coordinate...

Autosteer GNSS

Why Do You Need An Autosteer Kit? – 4 Reasons You Need To Know

For most farmers, traditional farm work is very exhausting. The vast farmland, non-stop work day after day, long-term highly concentrated driving. How to reduce the burden on farmers while completing farm work with high quality?

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver Total Station

Tech Chat | Which should I choose? - Total stations VS GNSS RTK receivers

Some surveyors prefer a total station, some prefer an RTK receiver, but still some are wondering which one should I choose? What's the difference between them? Let’s find out in this blog.

Geospatial Construction

Application of Engineering Survey Technology in Building Construction

Agriculture Tractor

Tech Chat | How an articulated tractor works & its applicable scenarios

Articulated tractors have two frames at the front and rear, and each frame has an axle of the same diameter fixed to it. Steering is achieved by changing the relative position of the front and rear frames through a hydraulic cylinder device.

Geospatial CORS Server

Tech Chat | How To Site A CORS Station?

As introduced in the previous blog, CORS (Continuous Operational Reference System) continuously collects high-quality GNSS raw observation data through reference stations, providing mobile terminal users...

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver

FAQ | Y1 GNSS Receiver – Part 3 GSM/4G Mode

As one of our hot products, the Y1 GNSS receiver has a very wide user base, and they also encountered various technical questions in the process of using. We have summarized the FAQs, hoping to solve some of your confusion.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver

FAQ | Y1 GNSS Receiver – Part 2 Common Notes in Use

As one of our hot products, the Y1 GNSS receiver has a very wide user base, and they also encountered various technical questions in the process of using Y1. We have summarized the FAQs, hoping to solve some of your confusion.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver

FAQ | Y1 GNSS Receiver – Part 1 Radio Mode

As one of our hot products, the Y1 GNSS receiver has a very wide user base, and they also encountered various technical questions in the process of using Y1. We have summarized the FAQs, hoping to solve some of your confusion.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver RT Bridge

Tech Chat | What is RTK bridge & how to use it?

When releasing the SV100 GNSS receiver with RTK bridge function, some users are curious about this function. What is the RTK bridge? Why do we need it and how to use it?

Autosteer GNSS Angle Sensor

Tech Chat | How does angle sensor work?

In automated steering system, it is necessary to know the real-time orientation of the tractor and then make adjustments. In this process, in addition to the attitude data obtained by the gyroscope, the angle sensor is also very important...

Geospatial GNSS SBAS

Tech Chat | What is SBAS?

SBAS (Satellite-Based Augmentation System) consists of the space constellations, ground control stations, operation and maintenance stations and the users. Space part is mainly composed of geostationary orbit satellite...

Agriculture Tractor

Tech Chat | Why do most tractors have smaller front wheels and larger back wheels?

The large and small wheels of a tractor are very eye-catching. Why are the wheels of most tractors small in front and large in back?

Geospatial CORS NAT-DDNS

Tech Chat | What is NAT-DDNS?

In our last blog, we've talked about why we need to remotely manage the CORS station and how to reach it. However, the above two methods are based on the Extranet, which is the Internet...

Geospatial CORS DDNS

Tech Chat | What is DDNS & how does it benefit CORS management?

The CORS often consists of dozens of or even hundreds of reference stations with wide coverage. It’s hard to maintain each station onsite every day. So how to manage these stations remotely becomes the key point.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | What is LoRa?

For most RTK users, radio is a common method of differential data transmission with no network coverage requirements. However, due to the limited transmission range and high power consumption...

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver PPK Static

Tech Chat | Which is better among Static Survey, RTK or PPK?

When selecting the GNSS products, we can see the static accuracy, RTK accuracy and PPK accuracy in the specifications. Of these common GNSS measurement methods, is the higher accuracy the better? What's the difference...

Geospatial Coordinate System

Tech Chat - What is Localization in Surveying Project?

Localization is the process of transforming from one coordinate system to another. By establishing one-to-one correspondence between two coordinate systems.

Geospatial Coordinate System

Tech Chat | Projected Coordinate Systems - Malaysia Datum introduction

In this blog, we will introduce the major datum used in Malaysia. Except for some old Datum, the most commonly used projected coordinate system is GDM2000 now.

Geospatial CORS

Tech Chat | How does CORS work?

CORS system (Continuous Operational Reference System) is one of the development hotspots of modern GPS, which introduces the concept of network into the application of geodesy. The establishment of this system...

Geospatial RINEX GNSS Receiver

Tech Chat | What is RINEX?

Static survey is the most basic survey method of GNSS receivers. Surveyors should be very familiar with the RINEX data format, as it is the most common and standard raw data format for static surveys.

Geospatial GNSS QZSS IRNSS

Tech Chat | A Way to Enhance GNSS Signal Tracking - Regional Satellite Systems

With these main GNSS systems, we can receive satellite signals in every corner of the world for our daily needs. However, on the one hand, the tracking satellites in some areas are fewer, and on the other hand, some countries...

Geospatial GPS Time UTC

Tech Chat | What’s the time now? – UTC and GPS Time

When asked for the time, you can read it from your PC, smartphone, watch or wall clock, which is what we use every day - your local time. Have you ever wondered how this time is defined?

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver DOP

Tech Chat | How accurate is your GNSS device? – DOP Indicators

When using navigation and positioning products, have you ever seen the DOP indicators in the status bar such as VDOP, PDOP and HDOP? In this blog, we will show you what these DOP values mean...

Geospatial GNSS

Tech Chat | What services can GNSS provide?

In the last blog, we've learned how GNSS works and what it consists of. So after obtaining the satellite signal, what can we do with it? Or in other words, what services can GNSS provide?

IP67

Tech Chat | How to judge the waterproof performance of products? - IP67/IPXX

When shopping for electronics, such as cameras, smartphones, you may be concerned about a key performance: is it waterproof? Most devices will list a parameter of IP67 or IP68 to show their high water resistance.

Geospatial RTK GNSS Receiver RTCM

Tech Chat | An Easy Way of Setting Projected Coordinate Systems – RTCM 1021-1027 Messages

In the last blog we introduced the RTCM protocol, normally we use RTCM32 to transmit RTK corrections. But in some countries, the local CORS will also transmit the projected coordinate systems via RTCM1021 -1027 messages

Geospatial ]RTCM RTK

Tech Chat - What is RTCM format in RTK correction data transmission?

In order to deal with GNSS real-time data service, the Radio Technical Commission for Maritime Services (RTCM) proposed a general GNSS data encoding format for network communication.

Geospatial Tilt Surveying RTK

Tech Chat - How Does A GNSS Receiver Implement Tilt Surveying?

In RTK surveying, it is necessary to keep the pole bubble in the center for a measurement. At that time, it's very tiring for the whole day of survey work. You may have the idea - Can we do the measurement without centering the bubble?

Geospatial GIS GNSS Receiver

How does P1 GNSS Receiver reach centimeter-level positioning with GIS software MyCumulus?

As a portable and wearable GNSS receiver, P1 is suitable for mobile and high precision applications. Some of our users are using P1 to collect GIS data. So how do we use our P1 with third-party GIS software?

Geospatial GNSS Receiver RTK

How To Choose A GNSS Receiver?

In this blog, our technologist will share his ideas and skills on how to choose the most suitable GNSS receiver for your needs, based on his over a decade of experience in the GNSS field.

Autosteer GNSS

Tech Chat - How the automatic steering system is composed and works?

With the advancement of science and technology, automatic steering systems that combine satellite navigation, sensors and agricultural machinery have also emerged. The composition of the automatic steering system is simpler...

Geospatial GNSS

Tech Chat – How does GNSS work?

No matter as a surveyor or other ordinary people, everyday we are using GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) in our daily work or life, such as GPS and BDS. Have you ever wondered how GNSS works?

Geospatial GNSS NMEA-0183

Tech Chat – What is NMEA-0183 & GPGGA?

As a surveyor, you've probably heard the word NMEA or GPGGA many times. Such as when using a GNSS device with an echo sounder, it always requires NMEA-0183 data stream from GNSS device to the echo sounder.

Geospatial NFC

Tech Chat - How does NFC benefit surveyors work?

Along with the technology improving, several RTK models have announced support for the function called Touch and Connect, which uses NFC to make the connection between RTK devices and data collectors more efficient.

Geospatial GIS

How does QFiled reach centimeter-level positioning accuracy with T8 Pro tablet?

For many in the GIS industry, QGIS is a very familiar desktop tool for editing and analyzing geospatial data. When field tasks are required, Qfield, the mobile phone software of the same series used for collecting GNSS data.

Geospatial GIS

How to Use T8 Pro Tablet with GIS software MyCumulus?

SingularXYZ has released the T8 Pro GNSS tablet months ago, as an ideal product for GIS application, we’ve received plenty of good feedback from the market. T8 pro tablet works well with different 3rd party GIS software.

Geospatial Ntrip

Tech Chat - What is NTRIP?

Usually when surveyors use RTK receivers, Ntrip protocol is used more or less for data transmission. And sometimes you don't even know you’re using it. So do you know what Ntrip is and how does it serve our precise positioning?