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FLARM Technology Ltd
Hinterbergstrasse 15
CH-6330 Cham
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☐ Draft
☒ Released
☐ Canceled
Version control
Ver.
Date
1.0
2021-10-04
1.1
2021-10-28
ATOM UAV MANUAL
Confidentiality status
☐ Internal
☐ NDA
☒ Public
Summary of changes
Initial version
Adapt maximum antenna gain for FCC compliance
Date: 2021-10-28
Version: 1.1
Page: 1 of 35
Document Number:
FTD-088
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- Page 1 Date: 2021-10-28 Version: 1.1 Page: 1 of 35 ATOM UAV MANUAL FLARM Technology Ltd Document Number: Hinterbergstrasse 15 FTD-088 CH-6330 Cham Document status Published status Confidentiality status ☐ Draft ☐ Internal ☒ Released ☐ NDA ☐ Canceled ☒ Public Version control Ver.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Date: 2021-10-28 Version: 1.1 Page: 2 of 35 ATOM UAV MANUAL FLARM Technology Ltd Document Number: Hinterbergstrasse 15 FTD-088 CH-6330 Cham Table of contents Introduction ..................4 General Overview ................5 Specifications ................5 System Description ..............6 2.2.1 Abbreviations ............8 Installation .................. - Page 3 JSON Interface ............... 23 Mandatory Firmware Update ............24 Packing List ..................25 Atom UAV ................25 Atom UAV OEM ..............25 Recommended Accessories .............. 26 Troubleshooting and Servicing Information ........27 10 Warranty Information and Terms of Use ......... 28 11 Release Notes ..................
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Page 4: Introduction
2020/1058 Atom UAV is available in two functionally equivalent variants: Atom UAV: For standalone use, housed in a plastic enclosure, using a JST GH connector for power supply and data streaming, and an integrated Wi-Fi antenna. Ships with a complete set of antennas and cables. -
Page 5: General Overview
Date: 2021-10-28 Version: 1.1 Page: 5 of 35 ATOM UAV MANUAL FLARM Technology Ltd Document Number: Hinterbergstrasse 15 FTD-088 CH-6330 Cham General Overview Specifications Atom UAV Atom UAV OEM 57x40x15 mm 57x36x10 mm Dimensions (50x36x8 mm w/o connectors) (54x40x15 mm w/o connectors) -
Page 6: System Description
North and South America, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Israel, and some Asian countries. Atom UAV is a FLARM device for installation in UAVs. It is based on the latest Atom SoC platform and features a web app called FLARM Hub. Atom UAV has been designed for worldwide use and connects to a range of flight computers. - Page 7 JST or USB interface in various formats. The diagram above shows a typical setup. Atom UAV is connected to a Pixhawk / PX4 flight controller, with a data interface and power supply. Optionally, power can be supplied through USB.
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Page 8: Abbreviations
Date: 2021-10-28 Version: 1.1 Page: 8 of 35 ATOM UAV MANUAL FLARM Technology Ltd Document Number: Hinterbergstrasse 15 FTD-088 CH-6330 Cham 2.2.1 Abbreviations Abbreviation Meaning/Explanation ADS-B Automatic Dependent Surveillance — Broadcast GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System Global Positioning System (NAVSTAR) The ISM radio band (≈... -
Page 9: Installation
Installation Housing Mount Atom UAV to a suitable mounting location. The orientation of the device is discretionary. The housing is not waterproof, and ingress of solid particles and liquids must be avoided. Should the device get moist, it must be completely dried prior to further use. -
Page 10: Rf Connectors
If the selected antenna location does not give clear line of sight in all horizontal directions, two Atom UAV devices can be mounted to increase the coverage, using the radio diversity functionality described later in this document. - Page 11 The second mode is for Remote ID. In that case, for the Atom UAV OEM variant, an antenna with sufficient gain must selected as described in Section 8. The antenna must be installed vertically and placed in a location that allows for omnidirectional radiation characteristics, i.e., without conductors in the vicinity.
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Page 12: Data Interfaces
CH-6330 Cham Data Interfaces The Atom UAV standalone variant is mounted with a JST GH connector to facilitate connection to popular flight controllers. Atom UAV OEM variant is mounted with a TFM connector for ease of integration as a component into larger systems. The basic functionality is the same with both variants. -
Page 13: Usb Connector
The Atom UAV uses an CP2102 USB chip. The Virtual COM Port (VCP) drivers must be installed on the host computer to use this feature. In Windows, use the “Device Manager”... - Page 14 ———— Nominal state, 3D GPS ———— ———— ———— ———— fix, transmitting Nominal state, 3D GPS fix, transmitting and ———— ———— ———— ———— receiving at least one aircraft The LED lights are also visualized in FLARM Hub on the Status page.
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Page 15: Configuration And Maintenance
CH-6330 Cham Configuration and Maintenance Atom UAV can be configured via the HUB web interface. It runs its own Wi-Fi access point to which e.g., a mobile phone or laptop computer can connect. The SSID of the Wi-Fi is set to the (complete) Device ID as printed on the label, e.g., FLATMUAVW-000042 when the serial number is 42. - Page 16 5.2. 4.1.1.2 Radio Diversity Atom UAV supports radio diversity by using two devices concurrently. This facilitates achieving sufficient radio coverage in larger airframes with RF shadowing, e.g., due to large carbon fiber bodies or battery assemblies. In such a setup, both devices will emit the same ID (and thus be seen as one aircraft by other receivers) while ignoring signals transmitted by each other.
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Page 17: Wi-Fi & Bluetooth
To prevent unauthorized persons from modifying the configuration, the configuration can be locked by a password. Set a password that is different from the Wi-Fi password. Users will still be able to access FLARM Hub but will not be able to change the locked configuration items. -
Page 18: Remote Id
The standards allow for multiple types of identifiers. The identifier can be either based on the Atom UAV serial number (e.g., when used as an “Add-On”), a CAA registration ID which is validated by the device, or an UTM-assigned UUID. -
Page 19: Firmware Updates
Firmware Updates The Atom UAV is equipped with two microcontrollers and thus needs two firmware files to operate. The Atom chip firmware running the FLARM protocol has an expiration date and needs to be updated annually. - Page 20 Date: 2021-10-28 Version: 1.1 Page: 20 of 35 ATOM UAV MANUAL FLARM Technology Ltd Document Number: Hinterbergstrasse 15 FTD-088 CH-6330 Cham The following items are reverted to factory default: FLARM configuration FLARM Hub configuration Wi-Fi SSID and password ...
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Page 21: Interfaces
FTD-088 CH-6330 Cham Interfaces The Atom UAV can provide traffic information on both the USB connector and JST/TFM connector and provides different protocols. Furthermore, MAVLink can be used to provide the navigation solution to Atom UAV, e.g., if a high-quality navigation source is already present on the vehicle. -
Page 22: External Navigation Source
GNSS antenna must be connected to the Atom UAV and a position fix must be acquired on both Atom UAV and PX4. When a position and time fix is available from both Atom UAV and PX4, the Atom UAV automatically and continuously measures the time offset. -
Page 23: Compatible Ground Control Software
GNSS time when the drift is larger than 5s. This is not sufficient for long-time operation of the Atom UAV. The drift has been measured at ~0.5 ms/min. For short missions in the order of 20 min this is not an issue. -
Page 24: Mandatory Firmware Update
To stay up to date with additional unscheduled updates and other important information, sign up to the newsletter from the FLARM website to ensure that important communication is not missed: https://flarm.com/blog/ Alternatively, periodically check the firmware update page: https://flarm.com/support/firmware-updates/... -
Page 25: Packing List
CH-6330 Cham Packing List There are two variants available for Atom UAV: standalone and OEM. The standalone variant is complete with a plastic enclosure and comes with all the antennas and cables required to use the product right away. The OEM variant is only shipped with a fully tested and certified board that can be integrated in a flight system. -
Page 26: Recommended Accessories
868-915-PCB(62X15) with MCX connector (2x) • GNSS antenna: u-blox ANN-MS with MCX connector Wi-Fi antenna: Inventek W24P-U with U.FL connector. For the FLARM antennas, other models can also be used. Important parameters are: Frequency: 868-869 MHz (EU), 902-928 MHz (USA), 868-928 MHz (all ... -
Page 27: Troubleshooting And Servicing Information
FAQ: https://support.flarm.com/ For support requests it is recommended to create a support package according to Section 4.4. Atom UAV may only be repaired by FLARM Technology Ltd or its authorized service partners. -
Page 28: 10 Warranty Information And Terms Of Use
Date: 2021-10-28 Version: 1.1 Page: 28 of 35 ATOM UAV MANUAL FLARM Technology Ltd Document Number: Hinterbergstrasse 15 FTD-088 CH-6330 Cham 10 Warranty Information and Terms of Use Any warranty is immediately void should the device be opened, misused, or installed incorrectly. -
Page 29: 11 Release Notes
• Add configuration for GNSS source • Enable data output on USB port • Add MAVLink configuration and status page • Clean up UI and add Atom UAV branding 11.1.2 Version 1.3.2 (804f5880) • add Radio Diversity 11.2 FLARM Atom 11.2.1... -
Page 30: 12 Conformity Declarations
Date: 2021-10-28 Version: 1.1 Page: 30 of 35 ATOM UAV MANUAL FLARM Technology Ltd Document Number: Hinterbergstrasse 15 FTD-088 CH-6330 Cham 12 Conformity Declarations 12.1 FCC Compliance Statement Contains FCC ID: 2AC7Z-ESP32WROOM32E This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the... -
Page 31: Ised Compliance Statement
Date: 2021-10-28 Version: 1.1 Page: 31 of 35 ATOM UAV MANUAL FLARM Technology Ltd Document Number: Hinterbergstrasse 15 FTD-088 CH-6330 Cham 12.2 ISED Compliance Statement Contains IC: 21098-ESPWROOM32E This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada license-exempt RSS(s). -
Page 32: Supplier's Declaration Of Conformity
Document Number: Hinterbergstrasse 15 FTD-088 CH-6330 Cham 12.3 Supplier's Declaration of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Atom UAV standalone, OEM Product Model: FLATMUAVW, FLATMUAOW Manufacturer: Flarm Technology AG Hinterbergstrasse 15 6330 Cham, Zug, Switzerland info@flarm.com www.flarm.com Modular Components Used: NAME: Wi-Fi &... -
Page 33: Appendix A - List Of Error Codes
GPIO error GNSS communication Configuration of GNSS module GNSS antenna RF communication Another FLARM device with the same Radio ID is being received. Alarms are suppressed for the relevant device. Wrong ICAO 24-bit address or radio ID Communication Flash memory Pressure sensor Obstacle database (e.g., incorrect file type) -
Page 34: Appendix B - End User License Agreement (Eula)
"firmware", "license key", and "data" refer to such items Newsletter. installed or available in the FLARM device at time of purchase or 2.9. After power-up, FLARM performs a self-test which use, as applicable. - Page 35 (i) your first use of the FLARM device, your requirements or operate error free. software, firmware, license key, or data with actual 6.2.