DroneBeacon Transponder Manual - version 1.2 July 2022 - © BlueMark Innovations BV 2022
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UICK START
1.
Charge the DroneBeacon transponder fully using a USB-C charger.
2.
Optional step:
Configure the DroneBeacon transponder
a)
Move the on-off power switch to
on
(to power up the transponder).
b)
Press the configuration button, the
red
configuration LED is turned on.
c)
Connect to the
dronebeacon
WLAN network (no password needed)
d)
Point your browser to
to configure the transponder.
e)
Press the configuration button again to exit configuration mode
3.
Attach the DroneBeacon transponder to your drone. For optimal coverage install the
transponder
horizontally
with the antenna facing up.
a)
Using the 3M dual lock stickers (included)
b)
Using two M5 screws
If you attach the transponder on the bottom of the drone (
upside down), use M5-screws
!
4.
Move the on-off power switch to
on
to power up the transponder.
The
blue
battery LEDs (4) will be turned on. If the transponder has a GPS lock (< 30 seconds
outdoor), those battery LEDS will slowly flash. The battery LEDs indicate the battery level. Each
LED indicates 25% capacity. If one LED is turned on, the battery level is less than 25% capacity.
Two LEDs means between 25 and 50%.
Flying a drone could create risks for people, air traffic and other assets.
Before flying, the drone operator has to make sure to know the local rules
regarding drone flights and obtain the necessary authorization to fly the
drone(s).