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This guide explains how to get started with your Reach RS3.

Overview​

To get started with your Reach RS3, you will need the following:

  • Reach RS3 itself,
  • A smartphone or a tablet running on Android or iOS,
  • A Wi-Fi network with internet access.

Download Emlid Flow​

To manage Reach RS3, 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.

Power up Reach RS3​

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 RS3 is now broadcasting Wi-Fi.

Connect to Reach RS3​

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.

Once you have successfully connected to the Reach hotspot, you can go to Emlid Flow and connect to your Wi-Fi network.

Set up Wi-Fi connection​

note

Make sure that your Wi-Fi network uses the 2.4 GHz band.

To connect Reach to your Wi-Fi network, follow the steps below:

  1. Open Emlid Flow and choose your Reach from the list.

  2. Tap the Set up Reach button to open Updater for the further setup process.

  3. Name your Reach and apply changes.

  4. Select your Wi-Fi network from the list of available networks.

  5. Enter the password and tap Connect.

Reach RS3 will stop broadcasting Wi-Fi and connect to your network. The Network LED will blink rapidly while scanning for networks. Once Reach connects to Wi-Fi, the Network LED will be solid blue.


When the connection of Reach with the Wi-Fi network is established, you can connect to your unit using Emlid Flow:

  1. Connect your smartphone or tablet to the same Wi-Fi network.

  2. Open the Emlid Flow app.

  3. Choose your Reach from the list of available devices.

    note

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

    tip

    If your device did not connect to your Wi-Fi network, it will switch back to hotspot mode. In that case, repeat the steps and double-check the network name and password.

Update Reach firmware​

After connecting to Reach RS3, the app will check the available firmware updates. Follow the steps below to get the latest update:

  1. Wait until Emlid Flow checks for the latest update. If there is an update available, it will start the updating process.


    note

    The process may take a few minutes.

  2. When the update is complete, wait until your Reach reboots.

  3. Wait for the Network LED to stop blinking, showing that Reach RS3 has joined your Wi-Fi network again. Close the Updater page.

  4. Refresh the list of available devices.

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

    note

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

Your Reach RS3 is ready for work. Do the same with all other units.