SOUTH INNO7 RTK GNSS Rover Set with IMU

A complete RTK GNSS rover set for professional fieldwork

The SOUTH INNO7 Rover Set is designed for surveyors, construction crews, civil engineers, GIS teams and other professionals who need reliable centimetre-level coordinates in the field. The package brings together the INNO7 GNSS receiver, a SOUTH H6 data collector, SurvStar field software, a survey pole and a controller bracket to create a practical mobile surveying system.

It is particularly suitable for users working with an NTRIP, CORS or commercial RTK correction service. Once the receiver and controller are connected to the correction network, the operator can measure points, record features, set out designs and check positions without installing a local base receiver on every project.

Multi-constellation tracking for dependable positioning

The INNO7 uses a 1,598-channel GNSS board to track signals from GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS and other supported satellite systems. Tracking multiple frequencies and constellations gives the receiver more observations to work with, which can improve availability and solution stability when part of the sky is obscured.

In open conditions and with a suitable RTK correction source, the receiver is specified to achieve horizontal accuracy of 8 mm + 1 ppm and vertical accuracy of 15 mm + 1 ppm. This level of performance supports detailed topographic surveying, construction layout, utility mapping, earthwork checks and accurate GIS data collection.

Measure difficult points with 60° IMU tilt compensation

The integrated IMU allows the survey pole to be tilted by up to 60° while the receiver calculates the position of the pole tip. This makes it easier to reach points beside walls, under overhangs, near parked machinery, at trench edges and around other physical obstructions.

The IMU initializes through a short movement rather than a lengthy manual calibration process. In practical fieldwork, this reduces the time spent carefully centring the pole bubble at every point and helps operators maintain productivity across uneven or congested sites.

Network RTK rover operation

The receiver can obtain correction data through its cellular modem using an NTRIP service. This workflow is well suited to surveyors and construction teams working inside an established RTK network because it removes the need to carry and secure a separate base station.

Network RTK is useful for short site visits, dispersed GIS projects, construction checks and jobs where setting up a local base would take more time than the measurement itself. The receiver manual also provides configuration options for NTRIP client operation, cellular data links and rover working modes.

Internal UHF radio for flexible correction reception

In addition to cellular corrections, the INNO7 contains an internal UHF radio operating in the 410–470 MHz range. This allows the rover to receive correction data from a compatible local base station when a cellular network is unavailable or when the project requires an independent base-and-rover workflow.

The radio supports output power up to 3 W and SOUTH’s FarLink protocol. A typical range of up to 15 km is stated for favourable conditions, although real working distance depends on terrain, antenna height, interference, obstructions, radio configuration and local frequency regulations.

SOUTH H6 controller and SurvStar field software

The supplied SOUTH H6 data collector provides the field interface for configuring the receiver, managing projects and recording measurements. Mounted on the survey pole with the included bracket, it keeps the map, point information and survey controls within easy reach while moving around the site.

SurvStar software supports common GNSS surveying tasks such as point collection, coding, stakeout and project management. This makes the set suitable for both straightforward construction positioning and more structured survey work involving coordinate systems, control points and feature data.

Touchscreen control and wireless connectivity

A 1.54-inch colour touchscreen on the receiver displays important operating information and provides access to common settings. Operators can check the working mode, satellite status, communications and battery condition without relying entirely on the field controller.

Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and NFC support communication with compatible controllers and mobile devices. The receiver can also provide a Wi-Fi hotspot and web-based management interface for configuration and status checks.

Storage and power for full field sessions

The INNO7 has 64 GB of internal solid-state storage for static observations and other receiver data. Cycle storage can automatically remove older files when required, helping prevent work from stopping because the memory is full.

The internal battery is specified for approximately 12 hours of rover operation under the manufacturer’s test conditions. Actual endurance varies with cellular use, radio operation, temperature, screen use and receiver settings.

Built for surveying and construction environments

The receiver has an IP68-rated housing designed to resist dust and water ingress during outdoor work. Its magnesium-alloy construction is intended for regular use on construction sites, roads, infrastructure projects and survey jobs where equipment may be exposed to rain, dirt and frequent transport.

The combination of network RTK, UHF reception and tilt measurement makes the set useful across a broad range of applications, including:

• Topographic and detail surveying
• Construction setting out and position checks
• Road, bridge and infrastructure measurement
• Utility and asset mapping
• Ground control and check points for drone surveys

Practical value for different users

For land surveyors, the INNO7 provides the accuracy and data handling required for control, detail and stakeout work. Construction teams can use the rover to position foundations, services, kerbs and other design elements directly from site coordinates. GIS crews can collect assets with substantially higher positional accuracy than a standard handheld GNSS device.

Drone operators can use the system to establish accurately coordinated ground control points and independent checkpoints for photogrammetry projects. Engineers and site managers can also use it to verify completed work, compare actual positions with designs and record reliable as-built information.

Buying and technical support from Global GPS Systems

Global GPS Systems can help configure the SOUTH INNO7 Rover Set for the intended correction service, coordinate system and field workflow. Correct setup is important because reliable RTK surveying depends on more than the receiver alone; the controller, field software, mobile connection, correction source and project coordinates must all work together.

Support with NTRIP settings, radio compatibility, coordinate-system configuration and field-software setup helps teams begin work with a system suited to their region and application.