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The latest version of this manual is located here: https://download.bluemark.io/db150.pdf Intended audience: users of the db150 transponder Disclaimer: we are not responsible or liable for errors or incomplete information in this document. Version history version date description September 2024 Initial release ...
UICK START Attach to the drone For optimal performance attach the db150 on the top of your drone/airframe: Use the 3M dual lock™ stickers (included). clean the surface and remove the foil of the 3M dual lock sticker, apply firm pressure and wait 1 hour for optimal adhesion.
NTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing and using DroneBeacon products! The latest version of this user manual may be downloaded at the following link: https://download.bluemark.io/db150.pdf (Direct/Broadcast) Remote Identification (Remote ID) adds “beacon” capability to drones to broadcast basic information of airborne drones, such as the operator's registration number, drone serial number and current position.
Key specifications: Compliant with international regulations ASD-STAN DIN EN 4709-002 ASTM Remote ID Standard ASTM F3411-22a-RID-B/ F3586-22 Accepted by the FAA https://uasdoc.faa.gov/listDocs/RID000001962 Supports all Remote ID transmission protocols: BLE legacy BLE long range WLAN NaN 2.4 GHz (not allowed in the USA) ...
1.4 Charging The transponder can be charged using a standard USB-C charger. It is fully charged within 45 minutes. During charging, the red charging LED blinks and is permanently on when fully charge. If the battery is fully empty, the charging LED may not blink. In that case, please switch the power button to on to start charging.
1.7 EMC test To verify that the db150 does not produce interference to the drone or receives interference from the drone, it is advised to do a quick EMC test. (Only when attached for the first time to a drone.) Power on the drone and remote control.
ONFIGURATION The transponder can be configured via a web-interface. To active the configuration mode follow these steps: Move the on-off power switch to on (to power up the transponder). Press the configuration button, the red configuration LED is turned on. ...
2.2 Operator In the operator tab, you can configure the details of your license provided by the National Aviation Authority. This is an optional setting for the USA. In the USA you need to use the serial number of the db150 instead for register your drone at the FAA. For the EU, this is a mandatory setting. First, select the region where the drone is flying .
2.4 Radio In the radio tab you can configure the transmission mode and other radio-related settings. Most users don’t change settings in this section. Note that in the USA only BLE dual-mode and WLAN broadcast transmission mode are allowed. Figure 5 - Radio configuration page 2.5 Firmware In the firmware tab, you can upgrade the firmware of the transponder.
ROUBLESHOOTING The db150 is not detected by my RemoteID app In default configuration, the db150 uses WLAN Beacon as transmission method which is the most energy efficient method. However, most smartphones/RemoteID apps fail to detect these RemoteID signals, or it needs a long time before it is detected. Switch to Bluetooth dual-mode (see Chapter 2 Configuration) to solve this.
IMITED WARRANTY The product has a two-year warranty period, starting at the date of receiving the product. Outside warranty are issues like crash damage, improper use, (extreme) weather conditions that damages the product. Also, the battery is excluded from warranty. The product is eligible for future firmware updates as described in the section 2.4 firmware.
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