4 FAQs about B150708 Base station communication error

Why is my base station not broadcasting?

The software sets up all radio and receiver operating parameters, and is the most likely route to a successful problem resolution once you have checked all connections, cables, and batteries. The base station is not broadcasting. See Base station is not broadcasting below. Incorrect over-the-air baud rates between base station and rover.

How do I know if a base station is not tracking?

You check SteamVR and see that one of the base stations is not tracking. You peek at a base station and see a blinking red light. OH NO! If you still have the base station under warranty, no need to panic, this can happen, you just contact Valve/HTC support (depending where you bought it from) and they will offer you a replacement.

Why is my scs900 radio not receiving data?

If the radio is receiving data (the Radio LED is flashing) and the receiver is not receiving data, check the port settings of the receiver and radio using the Siteworks or SCS900 Site Controller software; match the settings and try again. The radio antenna cable and GPS antenna cable are mixed up.

How do I fix a bad baud rate between base station and Rover?

Incorrect over-the-air baud rates between base station and rover. Connect to the roving receiver's radio and make sure that it has the same setting as the base station receiver. Mismatched channel or network number selection. Match the base station and rover radio channels/network number and try again.

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