Connecting to Reach RX2

This guide explains how to connect to your Reach RX2 using Emlid Flow to get access to the receiver's settings and start surveying.

Downloading Emlid Flow

To manage Reach RX2, download the Emlid Flow app on your iOS or Android mobile device.

Download Emlid Flow

Powering on Reach RX2

To power up your Reach RX2, follow the steps below:

1. Press the Power button once to display the current charge level.

   tip

   If it’s low, charge the receiver from a USB wall charger or a power bank using the supplied USB Type–C cable.

2. Hold the power button for a couple of seconds to turn the unit on.

3. Wait until the loading is over, and the Status LED becomes solid white.

   
   
   
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   Learn more about the Reach RX2 operating states in the Power supply and operation guide.

Now you can connect to your Reach RX2 using Emlid Flow.

Connecting to Reach RX2

caution

Some Android devices have the Battery optimization setting enabled by default. Make sure you disabled it for Emlid Flow to avoid disconnection.

To connect to your Reach using Emlid Flow, follow the steps below:

1. Enable Bluetooth on your mobile device.

2. Open Emlid Flow and find your Reach from the list of available devices. Once you connect to the receiver, the Status LED will blink 2 times.

   
   
   
   tip

   If your Reach RX2 has not been detected, make sure that Bluetooth is turned on and all the permissions are enabled on your device.

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   The app will automatically connect to your Reach if no other receivers are available in the list of devices.

   
   
   
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   If there are available updates, the app will notify you.

Video guide

note

The workflow shows connecting to Reach RX but the steps are identical for Reach RX2.

Check out the workflow in the video below: