Introduction to AirCast
A comprehensive guide to setting up and managing your drone monitoring system.
Get Flying in 3 Simple Steps
Download & Flash
Get our pre-configured Pi image and flash it to your SD card
Connect & Bind
Boot your Pi, connect to the hotspot, and bind your drone
Fly & Monitor
Mount on your drone and start streaming video anywhere
What is AirCast?
AirCast is a powerful drone monitoring system that enables real-time surveillance and data collection using Raspberry Pi-based hardware. The system combines 4G connectivity, RTSP camera feeds, and cloud integration to provide a comprehensive monitoring solution.
Key Features
- Real-time video streaming through 4G networks
- Support for multiple RTSP camera configurations
- Cloud-based monitoring and control dashboard
- Automatic failover and recovery mechanisms
- Secure data transmission and storage
- Remote system management capabilities
System Architecture
The AirCast system consists of three main components:
Edge Device
Raspberry Pi running AirCast agent software, connected to cameras and 4G modem
Network Layer
4G connectivity with failover support and secure data transmission protocols
Cloud Platform
Centralized management system for device control and data processing
What You'll Need
Required Hardware
- ✓Raspberry Pi (Zero 2W or Pi 4)
- ✓SD Card (8GB minimum, 16GB+ recommended)
- ✓4G USB Modem with active SIM card
- ✓RTSP Camera (e.g., SIYI cameras)
- ✓Power supply for Pi (5V 3A)
Before You Start
- •Create an AirCast account
- •Have your Wi-Fi/4G credentials ready
- •Computer to flash the SD card
- •30 minutes for initial setup
Ready to Get Started?
Most users can get flying in under 30 minutes with our pre-configured image.
Advanced users: See Manual Installation for custom setups.
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