Dedrone DroneTracker Event Kit 2.5 User manual

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INSTALLATION
Manual
DroneTracker Event Kit 2.5

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Content
1Safety..................................................................................................................................4
1.1 Symbols....................................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Intended Use .............................................................................................................................. 4
1.3 Safety Information ....................................................................................................................5
2Product Description.........................................................................................................6
2.1 The Tec Case................................................................................................................................6
2.2 The RF-100................................................................................................................................... 7
2.3 The Multi Sensor .........................................................................................................................8
2.4 Other Enclosed Parts.................................................................................................................9
3Scope of Delivery..............................................................................................................9
4Set Up ............................................................................................................................... 10
4.1 Choose the Position of the RF-100 ......................................................................................10
4.2 Choose Position of the Multi Sensor.....................................................................................11
4.3 Set Up autonomously.............................................................................................................. 12
4.4 Cable Requirements and Preparation (Crimp) ...................................................................14
4.5 Set Up with LAN Connection ................................................................................................. 15
5Charge Tec Case ...............................................................................................................17
6Shut Down Sensor and Tec Case .................................................................................. 18
7Update .............................................................................................................................. 19
7.1 Update a Dedrone Sensor with the Tec Case.....................................................................19
7.2 Update DroneDNA with the Tec Case................................................................................. 20
8Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 21
8.1 Tec Case is beeping? ................................................................................................................ 21
8.2 Single Components don’t work?........................................................................................... 21
9Technical Data.................................................................................................................22
9.1 Tec Case..................................................................................................................................... 22
9.2 RF-100 ....................................................................................................................................... 23
9.3 Multi Sensor.............................................................................................................................. 24

1 Safety Dedrone
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1Safety
1.1 Symbols
Symbols Explanation
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, can result in minor or
moderate injury
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, can result in property damage
Information that is important for a specific goal, but is not safety-relevant
Indicates a requirement for meeting a specific goal
Desired result
A problem that might occur
Action to resolve a problem
1.2 Intended Use
The Event Kit is an accessories for a mobile, temporary use of a Multi Sensor and RF-100, e.g. at
events or a product demonstration.
The Event Kit with a Multi Sensor and RF-100 is intended for civil commercial and private use.
The Multi Sensor is not a security camera to observe the ground.
The product is suitable for outdoor use.
Use this product only in accordance with the information provided in the enclosed
documentation and with the locally applicable legal standards and directives. Any other
application may cause personal injury or property damage.
Do not use the Event Kit with a battery for more than 12 hours with 2 connected PoE+ units.
Any use of the product other than that described in the intended use section does not qualify
as appropriate. The enclosed documentation is an integral part of this product. Keep the
documentation in a convenient place for future reference and observe all instructions
contained therein.
The type label must remain permanently attached to the product.

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1.3 Safety Information
Read, follow, and retain all of the following safety instructions. Heed all warnings on the unit
and in the operating instructions before operation.

Warning! Setup should be carried out by trained personal only, in accordance
with the national electric code, ANSI/NSPA, and all local country codes.

Do not attempt to service this device yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel. This device has no user-serviceable internal parts.
Whenever any damage to the device has occurred, unplug the devices from the
power source and refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Such damages
can be:
•the patch cable is damaged
•the device has been dropped, or its enclosure has been damaged
•the device does not operate normally when the user follows the operating
instructions correctly

Adjust only those controls specified in the operating instructions. Improper
adjustment of other controls may cause damage to the unit.

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2Product Description
2.1 The Tec Case
The Tec Case is the central component of the Event Kit. The contained battery serves as power
supply in autarkic areas for the two PoE+ units (e.g. Multi Sensor and RF-100) and the
integrated router. The Event Kit is an accessories for a mobile, temporary use of a Multi Sensor
and RF-100, e.g. at events or a product demonstration.
Parts of the Tec Case
A Battery Charger D PC Connection
B Uplink DSL / Router E Power Button
C PoE+ Connection for Sensors
The router builds a network, which is the interface between the Sensors and the PC or tablet.
This network could be a Wi-Fi or a local network (LAN).
A
B
C
D
E

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2.2 The RF-100
The RF-100 is a passive, network-attached sensor for the detection of radio frequencies (RF)
and Wi-Fi signals. It supplements the DroneTracker System with another level of detection.
The RF-100 detects and decodes targeted radio signals and sends the data, along with an alert,
to the DroneTracker System.
Parts of the RF-100
A Power Button D RF Mounting Plate
B RF-100 E Network Socket
C Antenna
It scans a wide frequency band for radio frequencies, classifies and decodes them. Thus, drones
with cameras for example, that send video signals in real time to a ground station, are
identified. The decoded data is recorded and available on the user interface DT Control Center.
A
B
E
D
C

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2.3 The Multi Sensor
The Multi Sensor is a network-attached multi-sensor system, which detects civil drones and
triggers an alarm. An alarm can be sent to the network and is shown in the user-interface,
known as the DT Control Center. The Multi Sensor is able to be operated with the battery of the
Tec Case or a PoE+ injector.
Parts of the Multi Sensor
A Audio Sensor D Near Infrared HD Camera
B Multi Sensor E DT Mounting Plate
C HD Camera F DT Heat Sink
With the interacting sensors the Multi Sensor is able to detect all kinds of civil drones. Based on
multiple parameters such as noise, shape, and movement patterns, the detection rate is
optimal. Depending on the environmental, weather conditions, drone type and drone size, the
detection rate varies significantly.
In case of a drone alert the built-in camera saves videos in HD quality and the audio sensor
saves the sounds, providing evidence of the threat intrusion.
A
B C D E
F

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2.4 Other Enclosed Parts
Battery Charger
The battery enables an autarkic use of the Tec Case with two PoE+ units, e.g. Multi Sensor and
RF-100. The battery supplies the router and the connected PoE+ units with electricity.
The battery charger recharges the battery in the best and safest way. Use only the supplied
battery charger.
The LED at the charger shows the charging state:
•Orange: boost charge, battery level < 90 %
•Yellow: top-up charge, battery level 90 % - 100 %
•Green: float charge, battery level 100 %, charger in standby
Tripods
The Tripod is a mobile mount for the Multi Sensor and RF-100. The Tripods helps to exhibit and
position the Multi Sensor and RF-100
3Scope of Delivery
Verify that all the parts listed in the scope of delivery are included. If any items are missing,
notify your Dedrone Partner.
Do not use this product if any component appears to be damaged. Please contact Dedrone in
the event of damaged goods.
1x Tec Case (incl. battery, fuses, energy management, router, 2x PoE+ injectors)
1x Battery Charger
2x Tripod
2x Tripod Head
1x Tripod Head Adapter (if the Event Kit is ordered without sensors)
2x Patch Cable with environmentally sealed Ethernet connectors (5 m)
1x Patch Cable (1,5 m)
1x Safety Information
1x Installation Manual
1x Environmentally sealed Ethernet connector

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4Set Up
There are two ways to run a Event Kit with the Multi Sensor and the RF-100 - autonomously
with battery or with LAN connection. In this chapter you can read, what to consider for the
positioning of the Dedrone sensors and how to setup the Event Kit for both scenarios.
4.1 Choose the Position of the RF-100
The position of the RF-100 has strong impacts to the detection range. For an ideal result the
location should fulfil the following conditions:
□clear view over the area
□elevated position (minimum 3 m)
Select a secure installation location and mounting position for the device. Ideally, this is a
location where the device cannot be interfered with, either intentionally or accidentally.
Ensure that the location has the appropriate clearance from power and lightning conductors,
in accordance with NEC725 and NEC800 (CEC Rule 16-224 and CEC Section 60). Do not install
the device near the following object:
•Any excessive heat sources
•Any overhead power lines, power circuits, or electrical lights, or where there is a chance
of electrical discharge.
•Behind metal surfaces or vaporized glass, this could have negative affects to the range
Orientation
The orientation of the device itself does not have any effect for the performance. Important
for a good result is the orientation of the antenna. Both antenna should be orientated
skywards.

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4.2 Choose Position of the Multi Sensor
The Multi Sensor is developed for a fixed long term observation. The mobile use on a product
demonstration, exhibition or an event is a special case. If configured incorrectly or unfavorable
positioned, the Multi Sensor could generate many false alarms. You should consider the
following things for the best result:

Sonic and ultrasonic noise can disturb or disable the acoustic detection.
Position the Multi Sensor as far away as possible from any source of noise, e.g.:
•Fans
•Radiators
•Converters
•Speakers
•Electrical motors
•Capping power supplies
•Trees (moving leaves producing ultrasonic noise)
Don't walk in front of the Multi Sensor, because of that, the camera could detect wrong
moving objects and eventually you are creating false alarms.
Don't position the Multi Sensor on moving objects like boats or trucks. When the Multi Sensor is
tottering, the video scanning is getting disturbed.

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4.3 Set Up autonomously
Requirements:
□Check batteries and make sure that the electric connection is working.
Procedure:
Multi Sensor or RF-100 breaks
By overheating of the Tec Case, the Tec Case shuts down automatically and the sensor could
break.
•Take care, that inside the Tec Case the temperature is not getting over 149 °F (65 °C), for
example by open the lid or providing shadow.
1Turn on your notebook, set up the tripod, screw the tripod head on the tripod and
attach the Dedrone sensors to the tripods.
2If you set up the RF-100, screw the antenna on
the screw threads at the top of the RF-100.
Therefor note the correct positioning of the
short and long antenna.
3Turn on the main switch inside the Tec Case and
check the charge of battery at the battery display.
The battery display shows the charge of
battery:
oGreen: ready/standby
oOrange: low state of charge, full
functionality is not guaranteed, charge
the battery (see chapter 5, page 17)
oRed: battery is empty, shut down in next
seconds.
4Use the switch outside the Tec Case, to turn the power on.
Wait for 30 seconds, before following the next steps.
The router boots and is going to provide the Wi-Fi network and is preparing LAN
communication.
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5a. Connect your sensors to the socket with
the screwable patch cable.
The sensor boots automatically and
after approximately 10 sec the blue
button at the sensor, indicating that the
hardware is ready.
The sensor boots not automatically after
approximately 10 sec?
Push the blue button at the sensor
and wait for it to illuminate.
b. To connect your Laptop by LAN, connect the
laptop to the socket with a patch cable.
c. To connect your laptop by Wi-Fi, connect
the laptop to the Wi-Fi Dedrone-Demo or
Dedrone-Demo-5GHz.
Password: Dedrone-Demo
Tip: For a most solid connection we
recommend the LAN connection. If a Wi-Fi
connection is needed, the 5GHz Wi-Fi is
recommended for a more solid connection.
6Start your browser.
For optimal use, we recommend Chrome or Firefox.
7Enter the IP: 10.42.87.102 or 192.168.0.102
The web interface appears.
8Enter your login data. The default login credentials are:
User: admin Password: dedrone

For further information consult chapter “First Steps” of the integrated online help
in the DT Control Center.

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4.4 Cable Requirements and Preparation (Crimp)
Cable Requirements
Type Cat-6 Patch Cable
Recommendation: Cat-7 Patch Cable
Maximum Length 328 ft (100 m)
For longer distances, a PoE extender is required
External Diameter 3.5 mm – 7.5 mm
Cable Preparation
For a weather resistant LAN connection from your computer to the Tec Case, it is necessary to
crimp the supplied environmentally sealed Ethernet connector to the patch cable (not
included).
1Cut the RJ45 plug off the laid cable. Keep the cut off plug, to check the wiring
standard later.
2Thread the small gland nut, the bigger gland
nut and the connector body on to the cable.
3Remove the cable jacket carefully. Therefore take care not to damage the braid and
foil.
4Fold back the braid and foil over the cable jacket.
Note: 25 mm (1”) of free conductors are needed.
5Unravel the conductors, sort the conductors
in the required wiring standard (568-A or 568-
B) and push the conductors all the way in the
plug.
The required wiring standard can be checked
on the previous cut-off RJ45 plug.
Position 568-A 568-B
1
White/Green
White/Orange
2
Green
Orange
3
White/Orange
White/Green
4 Blue Blue
5
White/Blue
White/Blue
6
Orange
Green
7
White/Brown
White/Brown
8
Brown
Brown
6Crimp the RJ45 plug with the crimping tool.
7Push down the latching clip of the plug and press the connector body all the way to
the stop over the RJ45 plug.
8Put the bigger gland nut over the connector body and screw down the small gland
nut on the connector body.
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4.5 Set Up with LAN Connection
For this setup the Tec Case is not required. Instead of the Tec Case, you need a network access
for your DroneTracker and PC as well as the capability, to find out the IP address of the
DroneTracker in that network.
Requirements:
□Plug socket for power supply
□LAN access for your Sensors
□Network access via Wi-Fi or LAN for your Laptop
Procedure:
Multi Sensor or RF-100 breaks
By overheating of the Tec Case, the Tec Case shuts down automatically and the sensor could
break.
•Take care, that inside the Tec Case the temperature is not getting over 149 °F (65 °C), for
example by open the lid or providing shadow.
1Turn on your notebook, set up the tripod, screw the tripod head on the tripod and
attach the Dedrone sensors to the tripods.
2If you set up the RF-100, screw the antenna on
the screw threads at the top of the RF-100.
Therefor note the correct positioning of the
short and long antenna.
3Turn on the main switch inside the Tec Case.
The battery display shows the charge state:
oGreen: Ready/standby
oOrange: low state of charge, full
functionality is not guaranteed, charge
the battery (see chapter 5, page 17)
oRed: Battery is empty, shut down in next
seconds.
4Use the switch outside the Tec Case, to turn the power on.
Wait for 30 seconds, before following the next steps.
The router boots and is going to provide the Wi-Fi network and is preparing LAN
communication.
short
long

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5a. Connect your sensors to the socket with
the screwable patch cable.
The sensor boots automatically and after
approximately 10 sec the blue button at the
sensor, indicating that the hardware is
ready.
The sensor
boots not automatically after
approximately 10 sec?
Push the blue button at the sensor and
wait for it to illuminate.
b. To connect your laptop by LAN, connect the
laptop to the socket with a patch cable.
c. To connect your laptop by Wi-Fi, connect the
laptop to the Wi-Fi Dedrone-Demo or
Dedrone-Demo-5GHz.
Password: Dedrone-Demo
Tip: For a most solid connection we
recommend the LAN connection. If a Wi-Fi
connection is needed, the 5GHz Wi-Fi is
recommended for a more solid connection.
d. Connect the network socket to the socket
at the Event Kit. For an environmentally sealed
connection use a patch cable (not included)
with the environmentally sealed connector
(see 4.4 Cable Requirements and Preparation
(Crimp), page 14).
6Start your browser.
For optimal use, we recommend Chrome or Firefox.
7Enter the IP: 10.42.87.102 or 192.168.0.102
The web interface appears.
8Enter your login data. The default login credentials are:
User: admin Password: dedrone

For further information consult chapter “First Steps” of the integrated online help
in the DT Control Center.

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5Charge Tec Case
The charge of battery is shown at the battery display inside
the Tec Case. Turn on the main switch, to see the charge of
battery.
•Green: Ready/standby
•Orange: low state of charge, full functionality is not
guaranteed charge the battery
•Red: Battery is empty, shut down in next seconds.
charge the battery
Procedure:
1If possible, shut down sensors and Tec Case (see 6 Shut Down Sensor and Tec Case,
page 18).
2Connect the battery charger to the socket and tighten the screw.
3Connect the battery charger to the power supply.
4Check that the main switch inside the Tec Case illuminates blue.
The LED at the charger shows the charging state:
Orange: boost charge, battery level < 90 %
Yellow: top-up charge, battery level 90 % - 100 %
Green: float charge, battery level 100 %, charger in standby
The battery is charging.
The main switch is not illuminated?
Check the screw connection at the Tec Case and tighten firmly.

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6Shut Down Sensor and Tec Case
Multi Sensor or RF-100 breaks
By disconnecting the cable or shut down the Tec Case without shut down the sensor, the
sensor could break.
•Always shut down the sensor in the DT Control Center before disconnecting the cable
or shut down the Tec Case.
Procedure:
1Connect to the DT Control Center.
2Choose menu OPTIONS > Site Configuration.
3For each connected Multi Sensor and RF-100, right-click on the sensor symbol and
choose System > Shutdown Hardware.
In the header the message Network error, reconnecting... is shown.
The light of the blue button at the Multi Sensor or RF-100 turns off.
4Push the blue button at the outside of the Tec Case.
The light of the blue button at the Tec Case turns off and the Tec Case is off.
5Disconnect all cables from the Tec Case and the sensors.
6Push the blue button inside the Tec Case.
The battery display in the Tec Case turns off and the Tec Case is shut down.

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7Update
7.1 Update a Dedrone Sensor with the Tec Case
Requirements:
□Existing internet connection
□Login ingredients for the DT Control Center
□Configured Dedrone Account
□Additional patch cable; for a weather resistant connection, the patch cable has to be
prepared (see 4.4 Cable Requirements and Preparation (Crimp), page 14)
Procedure:
Multi Sensor destroyed by losing power supply during update!
The update process must be passed without any power interruptions. In case of power
lost during the process, the Multi Sensor gets destroyed.
•Update the Multi Sensor only with a fully charged battery or connected battery
charger.
1Set up the Event Kit (see 4.3 Set Up autonomously, page 12 or 4.5 Set Up with LAN
Connection, page 15) and connect to the DT Control Center.
2Choose menu OPTIONS > Software Version.
3Choose [Check for Updates].
The window Software Update appears,
where you can download the newest
version or get the message, that your
version is up-to-date.
4To start the update, choose [OK].
The update is starting in the background.
The window Software Update appears.
5Confirm with [OK].
If the new software version is shown at
Current Version, the download and
software installation was successful.
The button [Update x Sensor(s)] appears.

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6Choose [Update x Sensor(s)].
The button is getting grey and the
sensors are getting updated in the
background. During the update, the
sensors are getting disconnected and
reconnected. Some short System
Messages show connection process.
7.2 Update DroneDNA with the Tec Case
Requirements:
□Existing internet connection
□Login ingredients for the DT Control Center
□Configured Dedrone Cloud
□Installed latest software version for the sensors
□Additional patch cable; for a weather resistant connection, the patch cable has to be
prepared (see 4.4 Cable Requirements and Preparation (Crimp), page 14)
Procedure:
Multi Sensor destroyed by losing power supply during update!
The update process must be passed without any power interruptions. In case of power
lost during the process, the Multi Sensor gets destroyed.
•Update the Multi Sensor only with a fully charged battery or connected battery
charger.
1Set up the Event Kit (see 4.3 Set Up autonomously, page 12 or 4.5 Set Up with LAN
Connection, page 15) and connect to the DT Control Center.
2Choose OPTIONS > DroneDNA, choose [Check for Updates] and confirm the
download. The download can take some time, depending on your internet
connection.
The download is complete, if the newest version is shown in menu DroneDNA
and the button [Update x Sensor(s)] appear.
3Choose [Update x Sensor(s)].