Bad Elf Flex App: RTCM Diagnostics Viewer

Bad Elf Flex App: RTCM Diagnostics Viewer

Bad Elf Flex App: RTCM Diagnostics Viewer

Introduction

The Bad Elf Flex app contains a feature to view the contents of RTCM messages sent by your local real-time GNSS corrections network to diagnose any potential compatibility issues.  By entering your network credentials and optional simulated coordinates, you can view which messages are being received and copy them to share with the Bad Elf support team for further troubleshooting assistance.



Step-by-Step

  1. Open the NTRIP tester by going to App Settings “𝄙” -> Configuration in the Bad Elf Flex app.





  2. Complete the checklist.
    1. Choose the location to be sent to the network:
      1. Use the current location from your phone, or
      2. Enter custom location coordinates
    2. Save your RTK via NTRIP profile in the Bad Elf Flex app if you have not done so already.
      1. Bad Elf Knowledge Base Guide to Configuring an NTRIP Profile
    3. Tap Connect.
    4. Tap the “>” next to Corrections flowing.



  3. If corrections are not flowing, please:
    1. Double check for typos.
    2. Verify RTN subscription and network status.
    3. Verify your phone is connected to the internet.
    4. Verify the location override coordinates.
    5. Enter the mount point manually if the list will not populate.
  4. Scroll to the bottom of the screen and select copy by tapping the “⧠”.
    1. Using your email app, create a new email and paste the contents just copied into the body of the email.




  





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