The Firmware 33 adds dual-channel corrections output and enhances Reach RS3 UHF compatibility

The Reach Firmware 33 introduces new features and improvements to refine Reach RS3 compatibility over UHF and allows you to stream corrections from your Reach base using two output channels at the same time. This update is available for Reach RS3, RS2/RS2+, RS+, M2, and M+ devices.

Reworked UHF compatibility for Reach RS3

This release improves the Reach RS3’s compatibility with third-party base stations via UHF radio, helping you maintain consistent RTK performance in the field. The corrections reception system has been reworked to provide greater stability when receiving corrections via the TRIMTALK 450S* protocol. This helps to reduce interruptions and maintain a reliable connection in challenging environments.

Dual-channel corrections output for Reach bases

The new firmware adds the ability to send base corrections from Reach receivers via two channels simultaneously. This gives you greater flexibility in complex or dynamic field setups—for example, broadcasting corrections over both LoRa and NTRIP simultaneously to support a drone flight while collecting GCPs on the ground.

Other improvements

• Updated GNSS chip firmware for multi-band devices to improve the quality of the position calculation. As a result, the 10 Hz RTK update rate is now available only when the BeiDou system is disabled.
• Improved Bluetooth connection management. Reach receivers now support only one active Bluetooth connection at a time, either Bluetooth Classic or BLE. 
• Enhanced mobile connection configuration to speed up the connection.
• Improved Reach antenna registry to enhance compatibility when using Reach as a rover with third-party bases.
• Added signal strength indicators in Reach Panel: for LoRa on Reach RS2/RS2+ and for both LoRa and UHF on Reach RS3.
• Updated LoRa radio settings to comply with Japan’s local regulations.
  

Explore the full list of improvements and fixes on our Community Forum and update your Reach firmware today.

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