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Tech Chat | How to Configure the SAgro200 System with SmartBase

Gus | SingularXYZ ·

When using the SAgro200 system for the first time, proper configuration is required to ensure that the system can communicate correctly with the vehicle, sensors, and correction source.

This blog introduces the basic SAgro200 configuration process and explains how to connect it with a SmartBase to obtain a high-precision RTK fixed solution.

Part 1. Configure the SAgro200 System

Open the SAgro200 software and enter the Settings interface.

Opening the SAgro200 settings menu from the navigation screen

Step 1. Select the Device Type

Select Receiver type as SAgro200.

Selecting SAgro200 as the receiver model

Step 2. Configure Vehicle Parameters

Enter the vehicle parameters in Vehicle >> Vehicle Model according to the actual installation conditions. Accurate vehicle parameters are essential for correct positioning and auto-steering performance.

Entering tractor geometry and antenna offset parameters

Step 3. Select the Sensor Type

Select the sensor type as Dual-Gyrp Sensor.

Selecting the dual gyro sensor in SAgro200 settings

Step 4. Set Communication Mode

Set the Auto-steering >> Motor >> communication conversion mode as CAN

SAgro200 motor settings with CAN communication selected

Step 5. Check Function and Registration Status

Enable Auto-Steering function in System >> Functions.

Enabling Auto-Steering in SAgro200 function settings

Part 2. Configure SmartBase Connection

After completing the basic SAgro200 configuration, the next step is to configure the SmartBase connection.

For SmartBase setup instructions, please refer to our previous blog:

How to Enable the SmartBase Function on the Device

After configuring the SmartBase radio settings, return to the SAgro200 software and configure the corresponding radio parameters.

Step 6. Add SmartBase Radio Configuration

Go to Settings >> Radio Service, and add a new radio configuration.

Opening the built-in radio channel list and adding a channel

The radio protocol and frequency settings must match the SmartBase configuration exactly.

Entering a radio channel name, frequency and protocol

Step 7. Apply the Radio Configuration

After saving the configuration, find the newly added radio profile in the list and click the button on the right to apply it.

Selecting the configured radio channel in SAgro200

Step 8. Obtain RTK Fixed Solution

After completing the radio configuration, the SAgro200 will start receiving correction data from the SmartBase.

SAgro200 navigation screen showing FIX status

Wait for the system to initialize. Once the RTK status changes to Fixed, the configuration is complete and the system is ready for operation.