Emlid Tutorial - Basics - Placing GCPs in RTK mode
Video guide
This tutorial will show how to place GCPs with Reach units.
Text guide
Configure RTK
If you have 2 Reach RS2, this video will guide you on how to set them up in RTK:
If you have 2 Reach RS/RS+, configure RTK by following “Base and rover setup” video guide:
If you have just one Reach receiver, you need to connect it to NTRIP first. Check this guide for more details
Create a project
Create a project in ReachView Survey tool by following “Creating New Project” guide.
Fix target
Put your pole in the center of the target.

Level your pole using a bubble level.
Collect point
In ReachView Survey tool press the Collect button and save your GCP. Repeat the procedure for as many GCPs as you need.
Export
- Specify the GCPs data format which your GIS or photogrammetry software can handle
- Export your project file in one of the suitable formats