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Quick Start Guide

This section describes the basic operations of the device getting you from a new device to successfuly scanning.

User Interactions​

Dronetag RIDER is operated with the Power Button located on the side of the device and Action Button located in the middle of front side of the device.

Power Button:

  • Long Press (2 s): Switch the device ON or OFF
  • Short press (0.1 s): Start or stop scanning
  • Short press (0.1 s): Battery indication (while the device is turned off)
  • Extra-long press (15 s): Force device hardware restart

Action Button:

  • Short press (0.1 s): Turn Sound Alarm ON or OFF (RIDER will confirm sturning Sound Alarm ON or OFF with a sound signal) More programmable functions will follow in the future.

Power Button + Action Button:

  • Extra-long press (20 s): Force device reset to factory defaults

General Usage​

Your device works in most outdoor areas where a GNSS signal is available.
Here’s how to get started quickly:

  1. Check the battery: While the device is off, press the Power Button briefly (0.1 s). The LEDs will show the current battery level.
  2. Turn it on: Press and hold the Power Button for 2 seconds.
  3. Wait for readiness: Once all components are ready, the three LEDs will turn solid green.
  4. Start scanning: Depending on your auto-scan settings, scanning will either start automatically or you’ll need to press the Power Button once to begin.
  5. Do your mission: The device will continue scanning during your operation.
  6. Turn it off: When finished, press and hold the Power Button for 2 seconds to power down.

Getting Started with Dronetag RIDER​

To start live-viewing flights with the Dronetag RIDER, follow these steps:

1. Charge the device​

Before your first flight, give the RIDER a full charge using the included USB-C cable.
A full battery ensures smooth operation without interruptions.

2. Power it on​

Press and hold the Power Button to turn the RIDER on.
After a few seconds, the LEDs will light up to show status:

  • LINK – connection to the cloud or mobile device
  • GNSS – satellite positioning status
  • SCAN – readiness to detect Remote ID signals

3. Connect with your Dronetag account​

Pair the RIDER with the Dronetag App on your phone.
The app is available for iOS, Android, or as a Web App.

Download on the App Store Get it on Google Play Available as Web App
  • If you don’t have a Dronetag account yet, create one in the app or at dronetag.app/signup.
  • In the app, go to Profile → My Devices → Register new.
  • Select Dronetag RIDER and follow the instructions.
  • If registering in the Web App, you’ll need to enter the device serial number manually.

4. Wait for all LEDs to turn green​

On the first start, the RIDER also initializes the internal SIM card — this can take a couple of minutes.
You’re ready when:

  • LINK = connected
  • GNSS = satellite fix acquired
  • SCAN = ready to detect Remote ID signals

5. Start scanning​

Once the LEDs are green, the RIDER begins detecting nearby Remote ID signals.

  • If Auto Scanning is enabled, it starts automatically.
  • If it’s disabled, press the Power Button once to start scanning.

All detections appear in real time in the Dronetag App.

6. Test before real use​

We recommend a quick table test to be sure everything works:

  • Turn on the RIDER following the steps above.
  • Place a Remote ID compliant drone nearby (or a Dronetag Beacon / Mini / BS).
  • Remember: drones only broadcast Remote ID once they take off.
  • Check in the app that the RIDER detects the device and shows live data.