Connecting to a GNSS Receiver – SITECH CS Help Centre

Prerequisites

Before you start, make sure:

SiteWorks software is installed and licensed
Controller Bluetooth is turned ON
GNSS receiver battery is charged and powered ON
You know the receiver’s name/serial number
You have setup/ selected a job inside the Project Setup page

Connect via Bluetooth

Step 1: Power On Receiver

Turn on the GNSS receiver
Wait until it is fully booted
Confirm Bluetooth is active (usually default on Trimble units)
Receiver Connection light should be flashing
Step 2: Open SiteWorks
1. On the controller, launch Trimble SiteWorks
2. Go to: Connect Device and Select GNSS
Step 3: Add / Connect Receiver
1. Tap Mode
2. Choose: Rover
3. Select Connection type as: Bluetooth
Step 4: Scan and Pair
1. Tap Search / Scan
2. Select your receiver from the list
  (e.g., “Trimble R780-2 -xxxx”)
3. Confirm pairing by selecting the receiver from the list and tap on OK
Step 5: Configure GNSS Settings (Most Common)
1. Set Correction Source:
  - Radio in Receiver (UHF)
  - IBSS (WorksManager Base Station)
  - Internet (NTRIP, VRS etc.)
Step 6: Confirming Pole & Antenna settings
- Confirm quick release is being used (Small black 40mm spacer under receiver)
- If the receiver has Tilt Compensation built in, select the correct option in Enable Tilt Compensation
- Measure the pole height you are using in the field and enter this in Antenna Height
- Tap on Accept
Step 7: Confirming Connection
1. on the main screen, select GNSS Status from the top of the screen
2. you will see the Position now as Fixed
OR
1. select the Stream Status menu in the top right corner of the screen
2. you can see the Base Info which show the base station you are connected to
Note: For further assistance please call 1800 748 324 or email supportgateway@sitechcs.com