Trimble GFX-750 / GFX-1260 / CFX-750
Connect a Trimble GFX-750, GFX-1260, or CFX-750 precision agriculture display to RTKdata.com for centimeter-level RTK positioning.
Critical: When configuring the GFX-750 or GFX-1260, you must select "Internet RTK" as the correction type — NOT "VRS" or "Network RTK". Selecting the wrong type will prevent the connection from working.
Key capabilities
Compatible displays
GFX-750, GFX-1260, CFX-750
GFX-750 / GFX-1260
Built-in NTRIP client via Settings > GNSS Configuration > Corrections
CFX-750
Requires external modem (Raven RV50 or DCM-300) — no built-in NTRIP client
NAV controller
RTK activation required on NAV-500 or NAV-900
Compatible guidance
EZ-Pilot Pro, Autopilot
Correction type
Internet RTK (not VRS, not Network RTK)
Correction format
RTCM 3.x via NTRIP
Requirements
Trimble GFX-750 or GFX-1260 display with built-in modem, or Trimble CFX-750 with an external NTRIP modem (Raven RV50 or DCM-300)
NAV controller: NAV-500 or NAV-900 with RTK activation
Internet connection: Built-in cellular modem (GFX series) or external modem (CFX-750)
RTKdata account: Active subscription with NTRIP credentials
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GFX-750 / GFX-1260 setup (built-in NTRIP)
Enter RTKdata.com NTRIP settings
Fill in the NTRIP connection fields:
Host (domain):
rtk.rtkdata.comHost (IP fallback):
13.56.117.10Port:
2101Username / Password: From RTK Credentials in the internal dashboard (not website login)
Mountpoint (ALL CAPS):
AUTO
Host (domain):
eu.rtkdata.comHost (IP fallback):
3.73.41.96Port:
2101Username / Password: From RTK Credentials in the internal dashboard (not website login)
Mountpoint (ALL CAPS):
AUTO
Host (domain):
aus.rtkdata.comHost (IP fallback):
54.206.56.130Port:
2101Username / Password: From RTK Credentials in the internal dashboard (not website login)
Mountpoint (ALL CAPS):
AUTO
Type AUTO manually in ALL CAPS. Do not browse the source table — enter the mountpoint name directly.
Connect and verify RTK status
Save the settings and initiate the NTRIP connection.
Monitor the GNSS status indicator on the GFX display:
Autonomous / GPS
Basic satellite fix. No corrections applied.
Float
Correction data arriving and being processed.
RTK Fixed
Centimeter-level accuracy achieved. Ready for precision operations.
Convergence to RTK Fixed typically takes 30–90 seconds with clear sky visibility.
CFX-750 setup (external modem required)
The CFX-750 is an older display that does not have a built-in NTRIP client or cellular modem. An external modem is required to receive corrections from RTKdata.com.
Vertical reference (heights)
Heights from RTKdata.com are ellipsoidal. For agriculture applications, this is typically sufficient since auto-steer guidance uses horizontal positioning. If you need terrain-relative heights for drainage or leveling, apply a local geoid model.
Troubleshooting
RTK not available in correction settings
NAV controller not activated
Contact your Trimble dealer to activate RTK on the NAV-500 or NAV-900.
Connection fails with "VRS" or "Network RTK" selected
Wrong correction type
Change the correction type to Internet RTK. This is the correct setting for RTKdata.com.
No internet connection (GFX)
Built-in modem has no SIM or signal
Verify the GFX display's internal modem has an active SIM card and cellular signal.
No internet connection (CFX-750)
External modem not connected
Verify the external modem is powered, has a SIM card, and shows cellular connectivity.
Authentication error
Wrong credentials
Use the username and password from your RTKdata dashboard, not your website login. Credentials are case-sensitive.
Stuck on Float
Poor sky visibility
Move to an open area away from buildings, tree lines, and power lines.
Stuck on Float
NAV controller issue
Restart the NAV controller. If Float persists, verify RTK activation status.
Mountpoint error
Wrong capitalization
Type AUTO in ALL CAPS.
Tips
"Internet RTK" is the correct setting — this is the most common configuration mistake on Trimble GFX displays. "VRS" and "Network RTK" are different protocols.
GFX-750 vs GFX-1260: The setup process is identical. The GFX-1260 has a larger screen and updated processor, but NTRIP configuration follows the same menu path.
CFX-750 users need an external modem. The RV50 cellular modem is the most common choice and has a straightforward web-based configuration interface.
EZ-Pilot Pro and Autopilot guidance systems work seamlessly with RTK corrections — no additional configuration is needed on the guidance hardware once RTK is active on the display.
Keep firmware updated on the GFX display and NAV controller for best RTK performance and compatibility.
Save your configuration after setup. If the display is reset or swapped, you can re-enter settings quickly by referencing your saved configuration.
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