Most of today’s farming operations require accurate and reliable real-time positioning to get the job done. For nearly a decade, Ag Leader has offered TerraStar, a satellite-based correction service available in a variety of different accuracy levels and price points, from NovAtel.
Below are three TerraStar signal offerings and their features.
TerraStar-L
TerraStar-L is a low-cost, repeatable correction source offering a pass-to-pass improvement over SBAS-WAAS. Good for basic field operations i.e. section control for larger sections or farm management with boundaries.
Key takeaways
- Low-cost repeatability (20 in./50 cm.)
- Pass-to-pass accuracy (6 in. / 15 cm.)
- GPS and GLONASS satellites equal better positioning and speed in challenging environments.
- Cost: $, annual subscription, and unlocked GPS 7000 or GPS 7500 receiver.
TerraStar-C Pro
TerraStar-C Pro provides high value for operations looking for high accuracy without high investment. Great for operations that not only require high accuracy but also pass-to-pass reliability (e.g., planting, spraying, and advanced guidance features).
Key takeaways
- High accuracy + repeatability at full convergence (1 in./2.5 cm.)
- Quick convergence
- Multi-frequency GNSS support including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and Beidou.
- Cost: $$, 12-month annual subscription, and unlocked GPS 7000 or GPS 7500 receiver.
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TerraStar-X
TerraStar-X provides RTK From the Sky™. TerraStar-X is suitable for farmers who expect nothing less than the best for high accuracy field operations such as steering, planting, strip-tilling, application, and more.
Key takeaways
- Sub-inch accuracy + repeatability + convenience (<1 in./2.5 cm.)
- Instant convergence
- Cost: $$$, base station or data plan not required, annual subscription, and unlocked GPS 7500 receiver
- Regional Availability in North America
TerraStar coverage map
Below is a coverage map for TerraStar across the Midwest. The map is courtesy of NovAtel.
