RTK fix rate up 40%
The built-in helical antenna has been redesigned and combined with multi-constellation, multi-frequency solving. The result is a 40% improvement in RTK fix rate, and a more stable fixed solution in obstructed environments.
H13 Handheld RTK Receiver
The H13 handheld RTK receiver is built for survey setting-out, utility inspection and GIS data capture. It combines multi-constellation RTK with NTRIP/CORS corrections, a 4000mAh battery and IP67 protection. This page explains RTK accuracy conditions and how the H13 differs from the lighter H11.
H13 RTK accuracy: what to expect
With a fixed RTK solution under open sky, the H13 is specified at ±(1.0 cm + 1 ppm × D) horizontal and ±(2.0 cm + 1 ppm × D) vertical, where D is the distance from the rover to the base station or correction service reference point. Real-world accuracy varies with satellite visibility, multipath, correction quality and coordinate-transformation settings.
Published field tests show a fixed solution in roughly five seconds after power-on. If the receiver stays in float, check the correction account, NTRIP link, sky obstruction and base coordinates in that order. For link options, see 4G, radio or CORS for RTK corrections.
H13 vs H11: which handheld RTK receiver fits?
| Item | H11 | H13 |
|---|---|---|
| Positioning | BeiDou / GPS / GLONASS / GALILEO multi-frequency; NTRIP corrections | BeiDou / GPS / GLONASS / GALILEO / QZSS; centimetre-level fixed RTK |
| Correction protocols | NTRIP | RTCM2.3, RTCM3.x and CMR |
| Battery and weight | 3300mAh; 104g | 4000mAh; 140.5g |
| Display | OLED display with keypad | 28 × 13.5mm ISP display |
| Best fit | Personnel and vehicle tracking, field survey, inspection, security and engineering reconnaissance | Survey setting-out, pole measurement, GIS capture and mobile centimetre-level RTK work |
Choose the lighter H11 handheld GNSS receiver for personnel and vehicle positioning or routine field survey. Choose the H13 when you need longer runtime, the ISP display, five-constellation solving and fixed RTK accuracy. See the full H13 vs H11 selection guide.
H13 core upgrades
Battery life up 30%
A 4000mAh battery keeps the receiver working through a full day in the field without a mid-shift top-up.
ISP LCD colour display
The screen moves from a low-power OLED to an ISP LCD panel. Colours read true and the display stays legible in direct sunlight.
5-13V wide-range charging
Charging input accepts 5-13V, with protection against 18V surges, so the receiver works with a wider range of power sources in the field.
Complete kit, ready to use
Every unit ships with the H13 receiver, a Type-C cable, a 5V2A adapter, a wrist lanyard and a user manual.
Beidou Xingtan, professional edition
Higher accuracy, 72h+ standby and industrial-grade construction, aimed at professional surveying and mobile field work.
Functional features
Multi-constellation centimetre-level RTK
BeiDou, GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO and QZSS are solved together across multiple frequencies, with NTRIP / CORS differential support for professional high-precision surveying.
Dual-version 4G connectivity
Two hardware versions are available, domestic and global, covering domestic field work and overseas deployments with full band coverage and stable transmission in difficult conditions.
Bluetooth 5.1 for maintenance
Dual-mode Bluetooth 5.1 allows wireless connection, status readout and firmware updates without opening the enclosure, which speeds up on-site commissioning and fleet maintenance.
MEMS multi-sensor fusion
Three-axis MEMS sensors read attitude and motion in real time and support attitude-assisted correction.
Standardised multi-protocol data output
Output over USB and Bluetooth, with 4G uploads carried as JSON business messages, compatible with common protocols and ready for surveying, IoT and supervision platforms.
Offline track caching and resume
Large local storage caches up to ten thousand track points where there is no network, then resumes uploading automatically once the connection returns.
Remote maintenance and voice prompts
4G remote OTA updates, parameter management and status inspection. A built-in speaker reports device state, differential status and alerts out loud, which simplifies field operation.
Long runtime, IP67 protection
A 4000mAh battery covers a full field day. The enclosure is IP67 rated against dust and water, handling rain, snow, sand and wide temperature swings.
Typical applications
Power transmission
Coordinate collection and inspection records for transmission towers and line corridors.
Pipelines
Route and facility point collection with track logging and upload.
Forestry and ecology
Sample plot and tree position collection, working under canopy where signals are weak.
Land and resources
Plot and feature boundary survey with high-precision result export.
GIS data capture
Rapid field feature collection and mapping, feeding directly into GIS platforms.
Construction setting-out
On-site point setting-out and check survey to speed up construction staking.
Feature images
Frequently asked questions
How does the H13 compare with the H11?
The H13 has a 4000mAh battery, weighs 140.5g, supports five constellations, RTCM2.3/RTCM3.x/CMR corrections and an ISP display for centimetre-level survey and GIS work. The H11 uses a 3300mAh battery, weighs 104g and is aimed at lighter personnel, vehicle and routine field positioning.
What accuracy can the H13 handheld RTK receiver achieve?
Under open-sky conditions the RTK solution is specified at horizontal ±(1.0cm + 1ppm × D) and vertical ±(2.0cm + 1ppm × D). Accuracy degrades in obstructed environments, so we recommend testing your own site with a sample unit.
How long does it take to reach a fixed solution?
In the field tests we publish, the receiver reaches a fixed solution in roughly five seconds after power-on. Actual time depends on satellite visibility and the differential service in use.
Which industry software is compatible?
Common surveying and field investigation applications are supported, including widely used land survey and field assistant tools. Send us the application you use and we will confirm compatibility for your version.
Can the H13 be used for custom development?
Yes. A professional SDK is available for secondary development, so collection workflows and data formats can be adapted to your own platform.
How is differential data delivered?
NTRIP and CORS are both supported over 4G. If you operate your own base station or radio link, tell us the setup and we will confirm the configuration.