Herelink Blue NDAA Controller
Features
Herelink Blue is created in a partnership between NW Blue LLC (a USA-owned and operated company) and CubePilot PTY LTD (an Australian-owned and operated company). The Herelink Blue offers the same features and functions as the original Herelink Black; however, the Herelink Blue is assembled and supported in the United States of America by NW Blue LLC.
Herelink Blue is an integrated remote controller, ground station and wireless digital transmission system designed to be used with the Cube Autopilot, Ardupilot, or PX4. HereLink Blue allows RC control, HD video, and telemetry data to be transmitted up to 20km between the ground station and air unit. NW Blue has also partnered with Solex to include a custom version of the Solex TX application installed on the Herelink Blue. Both the Air Unit and the Ground Control Unit feature an integrated 8-core SOC for custom application development.
Herelink Blue v1.1 is based on the original platform and functions of Herelink Blue v1.0. The controller improved the display brightness up to 1000 nit. Moreover, an additional Ethernet interface is available on the Air Unit v1.1 to support more peripheral devices and accommodate a broader range of applications. A SD card slot is available on the Air Unit v1.1..
Airunit and Controller
SOC
4 *Cortex A53, 2.2GHz / 4 * Cortex A53, 1.4GHz
GPU
4 Core, Mali-T860
SDR
A7 + DSP
Memory
Air unit LPDDR3 1GB | Controller LPDDR3 2GB
Transmission Distance
FCC 20km | CE / SRRC / MIC 12km
Video Delay
10 ms
Image resolution
720p@30fps | 1080p@30/60fps
Frequency Band
2.4GHz ISM
Receive sensitivity
-99dBm@20MHz BW
FCC
Herelink Blue Controller Unit
2A4BZ-HLBC-1001
Herelink Blue Air Unit
2A4BZ-HLBA-1001
Size
8"
Resolution
1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Size & Weight
Dimensions
286x166x57 mm
Weight
1140 g
Battery
Type
Li-Ion, fully integrated
Capacity
5050 mAh
Charge current
4A
Charge interface
USB Type C
Controller
Case Material
6061 Aluminum / Cerakote coating
Weight
Herelink Blue 1.0: 961g | Herelink Blue 1.1: 725g (including 2 antennas)
Size
240x110x40mm (not including external antennas and joy-sticsk)
Screen
Herelink Blue 1.0: 600nit | Herelink Blue 1.1: 1000nit
Mission Control GUI
Herelink ships with the Auterion Mission Control (AMC) app installed. Details of the GUI are in the AMC section of the wiki.
Setup
To change the color scheme, go to AMC > Settings and select either Outdoor (white background) or Indoor (black background). To adjust screen brightness or audio volume, swipe down from the top of the screen to access Android settings. For optimal viewing, we recommend setting the brightness and volume to their highest levels.
Antennas
For optimal performance, it is recommended to position the whip antenna in a vertically upward direction and ensure that the top surface of the disc patch antenna is facing toward Aurora.
Charging
For the device to charge properly, it requires a minimum of 2 amps of current. Inadequate current may result in slow charging or loss of charge. To achieve optimal performance, we suggest using an external power supply to keep the radio fully charged.
The controller should not be left in a hot vehicle or operated in direct sunlight. On hot days, keep the controller from getting hot, as this can prevent a stable connection to the drone.
WiFi
Internet
To connect Herelink to the internet, you can establish a wifi connection. This feature enables you to download satellite maps for offline utilization. Here are the steps to follow for a successful connection:
1. Swipe down from the top of the touch screen. 2. Press and hold the Wifi button (as seen in the picture). 3. Select your wifi network and enter the password if prompted.
If you have the correct information and a functioning wifi access point, you should now be connected to the internet on Herelink.
By using Herelink, you can easily set up a Wi-Fi network and connect your iPad or PC to Aurora while in flight. This will allow you to utilize AMC or other companion apps such as ESRI Site Scan.
To avoid consuming too much power, it's best to connect the Herelink to a power source while using the hotspot. This is a precautionary measure that is highly recommended.
Herelink
Power on and open AMC on the Herelink controller.
PC
Power on and open AMC PC on your computer.
Herelink
Hotspot settings (first time): Pull down from the top of the touch screen two times. Tap and hold the hotspot icon in the top-right. Select Tethering & Portable Hotspot.
Herelink
Enable hotspot: Pull down from the top of the touch screen two times. Tap the hotspot icon in the top-right.
PC
Connect to the Herelink wifi network (named something like “Android…” or “DV...”) if AMC PC does not recognize the aircraft, set up a UDP Link.
UDP Link
If you're still unable to connect despite following the previous steps, try setting up a new UDP link on your laptop or tablet. Tap on the AMC icon located in the top-left corner and navigate to the settings>comm links section to create a new UDP Link. Make sure to enter the necessary settings as indicated below:
To connect your configuration, select it from the list and hit the "Connect" button. You can also set it up to connect automatically when you start up. It's crucial to make sure your device receives at least 2 amps of current for proper charging. Inadequate current could lead to slow charging or loss of charge.
We recommend using an external power source to keep the radio fully charged for optimal performance. To establish a new UDP link on your laptop or tablet, tap on the AMC icon in the top-left corner and navigate to settings>comm links. Create a new UDP link from there and provide all the necessary settings, as shown below. Make sure that the "IRE" is set to "WIRED," and that the uplink rate is non-zero.
Open the AMC app on Herelink Handset and verify the connection to the aircraft.
Power off Aurora and, optionally, the Herelink controller.
Replace the Herelink Cover.
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