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Configuration

The Dronetag RIDER offers versatile configuration options to adapt to different operational environments. This guide explains how to manage connectivity, scan modes, and notification settings to optimize your device's performance.

Connectivity Modes​

Dronetag RIDER supports two connectivity modes to ensure seamless operation in various scenarios:

Online Mode (Cellular)​

  • In this mode, the RIDER transmits data over the cellular network to the cloud.
  • View real-time drone activity remotely using the Dronetag app.
  • Default flight data visibility is set to public but can be changed in the app under Profile > Default Data Visibility.

Offline Mode (Mobile Connection)​

  • Connect the RIDER directly to your smartphone using Bluetooth or an optional USB cable (for Android devices).
  • Data remains local and is displayed only on the connected device.
  • Ideal for areas with limited or no cellular coverage.
  • To use RIDER in offline mode disable Cellular connection in Device Configuration.

Scan Modes​

The RIDER provides flexible scanning options:

Auto Scanning​

  • Automatically starts detecting drones (all three LEDs are blinking white) when the device is powered on and GNSS and LINK conditions are met.
  • Ensure the Auto Scanning feature is enabled in the app under Profile > My Devices > Dronetag RIDER > Configuration > Auto Scanning.

Manual Scan​

  • If Auto Scanning is disabled (all three LEDs are green lit), you need to press the power button to initiate scanning manually.
  • When scanning is manually initiated, all three LEDs are blinking white.
  • This mode gives you more control over when the device starts scanning.

USB mode (stationary mode)​

When USB mode is enabled RIDER will automatically power on when it is powered over USB. After USB power is lost, RIDER will automatically power off.

Enable USB mode when you use your RIDER permanently connected to the USB power source.

LEDs Configuration​

  • LEDs brightness can be changed under Profile > My Devices > Dronetag RIDER > Configuration > LED brightness.

Sound Notifications​

  • Enable sound alerts to receive an audio signal whenever RID signal is detected.
  • Manage this setting in the app under Profile > My Devices > Dronetag RIDER > Configuration > Enable Sound Alerts.
  • Useful in high-traffic environments or when visual monitoring is limited.

Action Button​

Currently the following functions are supported:

  • Toggle sound alerts - Pressing the Action Button will enable or disable sound allerts.

LTE Configuration​

RIDER can work in online or offline mode. You can change between these modes by changing Enable Cellular Connection option. When Enable Cellular Connection option is enabled RIDER works in online mode and requires valid subscribtion. To use RIDER in offline mode disable Enable Cellular Connection option.

Depending on your location, LTE connection is available only on specific bands (frequencies). RIDER can automatically change bands configuration based on your location when option Configure bands automatically is enabled. If you are having issues with LTE connection you can try to manually set LTE bands by disabling Configure bands automatically option and selecting appropriate bands for your location under Selected bands.

All LTE configuration options:

  • Enable Cellular Connection - Use RIDER online or offline.
  • Cellular technology - Force use of selected cellular technology.
  • Prefered Cellular technology - Set prefered cellular technology.
  • Configure bands automatically - When enabled, bands are configured automatically based on your location.
  • Selected bands - Manually select LTE bands.
  • Configure PLMN & APN automatically - Automatically set PLMN and APN.
  • PLMN code - Manually set PLMN code.
  • APN - Manually set APN.

GNSS Configuration​

It is possible to use RIDER without GNSS fix. This is useful when you want to use RIDER in places where is no GNSS signal, e.g. indoors. To use RIDER without valid GNSS fix disable GNSS enable option. If GNSS is disabled Dronetag App won't show RIDER position on the map.

Aditional GNSS options that can be changed:

  • GNSS constellation - Change used GNSS constellation system.
  • SBAS configuration - SBAS system to use.

Don't touch these settings unless you know what you are doing.

Data Visibility​

Configure how your recorded flight data is shared:

  • Public: Default setting for data visibility, ideal for shared airspace awareness.
  • Private: Restricts data access to your account only.
  • Adjust this in the app under Profile > Preferences > Default data visibility.