> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.rtkdata.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.rtkdata.com/integration-hub/ntrip-clients-and-field-software/myutiliguard.md).

# MyUtiliGuard NTRIP Setup: RTK Utility Locating

**MyUtiliGuard** is the mobile companion app for the **Subsite Electronics UtiliGuard 2 RTK** utility locator (Subsite is part of The Charles Machine Works / Ditch Witch family). The app connects to the locator over Bluetooth, supplies RTK corrections from an NTRIP caster like RTKdata.com, and logs centimeter-grade utility points for GIS/damage-prevention workflows. The UtiliGuard 2 RTK reaches centimeter accuracy only when the app feeds it corrections — so you bring your own NTRIP service.

**Download:**

* [MyUtiliGuard — iOS](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/myutiliguard/id1438037402) (iOS 11.0+)
* [MyUtiliGuard — Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.subsite.utiliguard)

## Requirements

* **Subsite UtiliGuard 2 RTK** locator (integrated survey-grade dual-band GNSS)
* **MyUtiliGuard** app on iOS or Android, with location permission allowed
* Internet on the phone (the phone relays corrections to the locator over Bluetooth)
* Active RTKdata.com account with RTK credentials

{% hint style="info" %}
Don't have an RTKdata.com account yet? [Start 30-day Free Trial](https://rtkdata.com/try-rtk-corrections-free-for-30-days/) or [View Pricing](https://rtkdata.com/pricing/)
{% endhint %}

## Step-by-step setup

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{% step %}

### Enable Bluetooth on the locator and connect

On the UtiliGuard 2 RTK: **press and hold → Configuration → Settings → Communications → Radio On/Off → On**. Then in MyUtiliGuard tap **Connect → select your UtiliGuard 2 → Ok**.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

### Open the RTK login

Tap the **action button → GPS RTK Login**. On first use, tap **Allow While Using App** for the location permission.

{% hint style="warning" %}
Leave **location permission enabled**. The app uses your position to tell the caster where you are (GGA). RTKdata is location-keyed — without your position it cannot send corrections.
{% endhint %}
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

### Add a new RTK service

Tap the **down arrow → action button → New RTK**, then fill in the form. Note that the mountpoint field is labeled **"Station."**

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="North America" %}

* **Name:** `RTKdata NA` (any label you like)
* **Host:** `rtk.rtkdata.com`
* **Port:** `2101`
* **Station (mountpoint, ALL CAPS):** `AUTO`
* **User / Password:** From *RTK Credentials* in the dashboard (username starts with `rtk`)
  {% endtab %}

{% tab title="Europe" %}

* **Name:** `RTKdata EU`
* **Host:** `eu.rtkdata.com`
* **Port:** `2101`
* **Station (mountpoint, ALL CAPS):** `AUTO`
* **User / Password:** From *RTK Credentials* in the dashboard (username starts with `rtk`)
  {% endtab %}

{% tab title="Australia" %}

* **Name:** `RTKdata AUS`
* **Host:** `aus.rtkdata.com`
* **Port:** `2101`
* **Station (mountpoint, ALL CAPS):** `AUTO`
* **User / Password:** From *RTK Credentials* in the dashboard (username starts with `rtk`)
  {% endtab %}
  {% endtabs %}

Alternatives for the **Station** field if you need a specific datum: `AUTO_WGS84`, `AUTO_ITRF2020`, `AUTO_ITRF2014` (all caps).

{% hint style="danger" %}
**"Station" is the NTRIP mountpoint** — enter `AUTO` in ALL CAPS. RTKdata uses your position (GGA) to select the **nearest reference station** and stream single-baseline RTCM3 corrections; it is **not** a VRS service. See [NTRIP & GGA Essentials](/integration-hub/ntrip-clients-and-field-software/ntrip-and-gga-essentials.md).
{% endhint %}
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

### Save and log in

Tap **Save** (the app verifies the credentials), then **Login**. Confirm the **Bytes Rx Total** counter climbs — that means corrections are streaming. The locator's GNSS solution should move toward an RTK fix (accuracy to \~cm). You can then stow the phone and begin locating.
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

## Vertical reference (heights)

{% hint style="info" %}
RTKdata delivers **ellipsoidal heights** (height above the WGS 84 ellipsoid). MyUtiliGuard records the GNSS-reported height; treat logged elevations as ellipsoidal and convert to orthometric (MSL) in your GIS if needed.
{% endhint %}

## Troubleshooting

| Problem                                 | Cause                                  | Fix                                                                                                        |
| --------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Authenticates but never reaches RTK fix | Position (GGA) not reaching the caster | Confirm **location permission** is granted; RTKdata needs your position                                    |
| "Bytes Rx Total" stays at 0             | Wrong host/Station or credentials      | Verify the regional Host, that **Station** is `AUTO` in ALL CAPS, and the User/Password from the dashboard |
| Can't find the mountpoint field         | It's labeled **"Station"**             | Enter `AUTO` in the **Station** field                                                                      |
| Locator not found                       | Bluetooth radio off on the locator     | Enable the radio: hold → Configuration → Settings → Communications → Radio On/Off → On                     |
| Login rejected                          | Wrong credentials                      | Re-enter User/Password from the RTKdata dashboard (username starts with `rtk`)                             |

## Tips

* **"Station" = mountpoint = `AUTO`** (ALL CAPS). This is the field people miss most.
* **Keep location permission on** — that's what lets the app send GGA so RTKdata can pick your nearest base.
* **Watch "Bytes Rx Total"** to confirm corrections are flowing.
* **Save multiple profiles** (e.g. one per region) and switch between them via the saved RTK list.

## Related Industry Solutions

* [Utilities](https://rtkdata.com/utilities/)
* [Construction](https://rtkdata.com/construction/)


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