Quick Start Guide for Trimble Alloy GNSS Receiver
Get started with your Trimble Alloy GNSS Receiver. This guide covers initial setup, power connection, display configuration, and network settings (Wi-Fi and Ethernet).
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This guide provides essential instructions for setting up the Trimble Alloy GNSS Receiver. It covers hardware identification, power connection, display configuration, and network setup for both Wi-Fi and Ethernet.
What's in the Box
Ensure your package includes the following items:
- Alloy accessory kit (P/N 109ACC-00)
- Power supply (65 W, 19 V, 3.43 A, 100-240 V AC)
- Power cord kit (USA, EU, UK, AUS, or Japan)
- 1.5 m cable (DB9(F) Y to OS/7P/M to Power Jack)
- 1.8 m cable (DB9/M-DB9/F, Data)
- 2 m Ethernet 10BaseT CAT5 cable
- 2.4 GHz stick antenna (SMA)
- USB Mini-B to A cables (Host and Plug)
- Tripod clip (EM/TM3) with screws
- Smart battery
Device Overview
The front panel features the display, power button, escape button, enter button, and navigation keys. The back panel contains the satellite tracking antenna port, Wi-Fi antenna, serial ports 1 and 2, 10/100 Ethernet/PoE port, Mini-B USB socket, 10 MHz external reference input, and external power/LEMO ports 3 and 4.

Connecting Power
Follow these steps to connect the power cable:

- Remove the protection cap from power port 3 or 4.
- Remove the protection cap from the LEMO end of the cable.
- Align the red dot on the LEMO end of the cable with the red line on the LEMO socket.
- Insert the cable plug into the Alloy LEMO socket.
- Connect the DC barrel connector to the power supply.
Display Settings
To rotate the display:
- From the Home screen, press the Enter button to access the System Setup screen.
- Use the down arrow to highlight Rotation and press Enter.
- Press Enter again to select the setting.
- Use the right arrow key to select Reversed and press Enter. Note that navigation arrow keys will also be reversed.
Network Configuration
Setting up Wi-Fi
- Navigate to System Setup and select Wi-Fi Access Point.
- Ensure the setting is set to Enable.
- On your mobile device, connect to the receiver's serial number (e.g., AP 5737R0035).
- Use the password abcdeabcde.
- Open a web browser and enter 192.168.142.1 to access the web interface.
Setting up Ethernet
- Navigate to System Setup and select Ethernet.
- Configure DHCP settings. If disabled, manually enter the IP Address, Netmask, and Gateway.
- Restart the receiver to apply changes.
- Access the web interface by entering the configured IP address in a web browser on a computer connected to the same LAN.
For further assistance, visit realtimenetworks.trimble.com/Trimble-Alloy.aspx.
Official resources from the manual
Practical help
Common problems
This is normal behavior when connected to the receiver's local Wi-Fi network; you can still access the web interface.
Check if the display rotation is set to 'Reversed' in the System Setup menu.
Before use
- Verify all cables and accessories are present.
- Ensure the power supply is compatible (100-240V AC).
- Remove protection caps from power ports before connection.
- Ensure the antenna is connected for satellite tracking.
Specs in practice
- Power Supply
- 65 W, 19 V, 3.43 A, 100-240 V AC.
- Wi-Fi Encryption
- WPA2/AES.
- Default Wi-Fi Password
- abcdeabcde.
Images and diagrams
- Front panel includes Power, Escape, Enter buttons, and navigation keys.
- Back panel features satellite tracking, Wi-Fi, serial ports, Ethernet, and power ports.
Model compatibility
- Supports 10/100 Ethernet with Power over Ethernet (PoE).
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