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Connecting to Reach

caution

If your Reach firmware version is lower than 32 Stable, refer to the First setup guide.

This guide explains how to connect to your Reach M+/M2 using the Emlid Flow app.

Overview​

Emlid Flow allows you to control Reach M+/M2 receivers with iOS or Android devices. Using the app, you can access your receiver over a Wi-Fi network, set it up for the survey, and collect and stake out points. The connection process is similar for both iOS and Android devices.

Download Emlid Flow​

To manage Reach M+/M2, download the Emlid Flow app on your iOS or Android mobile device.

Download Emlid Flow


Using Reach with Android devices

Some Android devices have battery optimization enabled by default. Make sure you disable it for Emlid Flow to avoid disconnection.

Connect antenna​

To connect the antenna to Reach, follow the steps below:

Plug the antenna cable into MCX socket on Reach M2.

caution

There should be no obstacles near the antenna that could block the sky view higher than 30 degrees above the horizon. Do not test the device indoors or near buildings. Do not cover the sky view for the antennas with laptops, cars or yourself. RTK requires good satellite visibility and reception.

tip

To learn how to properly place the antenna, check the Antenna placement guide.

Power up Reach M+/M2​

tip

You can read more about power supply in the Power supply guide.

To power up your Reach, follow the steps below:

  1. Hold the power button for 5 seconds to turn the unit on.

  2. Wait for about 30 seconds until the Power LEDs will stop blinking and the Network LED stays solid white.


Reach M+/M2 is now broadcasting Wi-Fi.

Connect to Reach M+/M2​

Using Reach with Android device

Turn off the mobile data on your device before connecting to Reach's hotspot.

To connect to your Reach, follow the steps below:

  1. Open a list of Wi-Fi networks on your smartphone or tablet.

  2. Connect to a network named reach:xx:xx.

  3. Type network password: emlidreach.

  4. Open the Emlid Flow app.

  5. Choose your unit from the list of available devices.

    note

    If there is only one receiver, the app will automatically try to connect to this Reach.


When you connect to your Reach M+/M2, all the LEDs will flash several times simultaneously.

To check for the latest firmware updates, you can access Reach's settings and connect it to your Wi-Fi network or mobile hotspot. Learn more from the guides below:

Manage connection​

You can establish connection between your Reach unit and your device in two ways:

Hotspot mode​



When Reach is in hotspot mode, it shares its own network. In this case, perform the following steps:

  1. Open Wi-Fi settings of your device and turn on Wi-Fi.

  2. Find a network with the name reach:XX:XX.

  3. Type the password emlidreach to connect to this network.

  4. Wait until it shows that you are successfully connected to the network.

Client mode​



When Reach is in client mode, it is connected to the external Wi-Fi network. In this case, perform the following steps:

  1. Open Wi-Fi settings of your device.

  2. Connect it to the same Wi-Fi network.

  3. Wait until it shows that you are successfully connected to the network.

    tip

    Learn more about this type of connection in the Connecting Reach to the internet via Wi Fi guide.

Further reading​