VBOX Automotive has launched the NTRIP Base Station, expanding its GNSS test equipment range. The system combines a multi-constellation, multi-frequency GNSS engine with a built-in networked transport of RTCM via internet protocol (NTRIP) server.
The equipment transmits real-time kinematic corrections over radio and cellular or Wi-Fi networks, supporting accurate real-time positioning across wider areas in varied environments compared to traditional radio-only systems.
The base station launches in three models, with specifications designed to fit users’ needs. All systems combine quad-constellation, dual-frequency GNSS technology with built-in cellular and Wi-Fi connectivity.
- Internal GNSS antenna and 2.4 GHz radio
Quick to deploy for short-range applications, for temporary or mobile testing. - Internal GNSS antenna, no radio
Compact and simple, ideal for NTRIP or semi-permanent installations with external high-power radio masts. - External GNSS antenna, no radio
Optimized for permanent installations with tripod-mounted antennas for maximum satellite visibility, supporting NTRIP or external radio.
Compatible with VBOX 4, VBOX 3iS, and external GNSS rovers, the new NTRIP Base Station supports both MSM4 and MSM7 RTCM formats, has up to 24 hours battery life, and is rated to IP67 to handle the demands of long outdoor test sessions.
“We have developed the NTRIP Base Station in response to the growing need for accurate positioning in more varied test environments,” said Martin Papps, engineering director at Racelogic. “This new Base Station delivers centimetre-level accuracy without the range and line-of-sight limitations of traditional radio corrections.”
