{"id":35843,"date":"2025-11-11T06:47:06","date_gmt":"2025-11-10T22:47:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/isdb-t.com\/?p=35843"},"modified":"2025-11-11T06:47:08","modified_gmt":"2025-11-10T22:47:08","slug":"15km-uav-hdmi-telemetry-mesh-link-solution","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/isdb-t.com\/15km-uav-hdmi-telemetry-mesh-link-solution\/","title":{"rendered":"15Km UAV HDMI Telemetry Mesh Link Solution"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span 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href=\"https:\/\/isdb-t.com\/15km-uav-hdmi-telemetry-mesh-link-solution\/#Customer_Inquiry\" >Customer Inquiry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/isdb-t.com\/15km-uav-hdmi-telemetry-mesh-link-solution\/#Understanding_the_Customers_Needs\" >Understanding the Customer\u2019s Needs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/isdb-t.com\/15km-uav-hdmi-telemetry-mesh-link-solution\/#Recommended_Solution_MANET_Radio_%E2%80%93_Long-Range_Broadband_Link\" >Recommended Solution: MANET Radio \u2013 Long-Range Broadband Link<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/isdb-t.com\/15km-uav-hdmi-telemetry-mesh-link-solution\/#Key_Features_for_This_Use_Case\" >Key Features for This Use Case<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link 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ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/isdb-t.com\/15km-uav-hdmi-telemetry-mesh-link-solution\/#Q2_How_far_can_it_transmit_in_mesh_mode\" >Q2: How far can it transmit in mesh mode?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/isdb-t.com\/15km-uav-hdmi-telemetry-mesh-link-solution\/#Q3_Can_it_overcome_NLOS_conditions\" >Q3: Can it overcome NLOS conditions?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/isdb-t.com\/15km-uav-hdmi-telemetry-mesh-link-solution\/#Q4_How_many_nodes_can_be_used_in_one_network\" >Q4: How many nodes can be used in one network?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/isdb-t.com\/15km-uav-hdmi-telemetry-mesh-link-solution\/#Q5_Is_the_system_plug-and-play\" >Q5: Is the system plug-and-play?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today I got an inquiry about 15Km UAV HDMI Telemetry Mesh Link Solution \u2014 Discover how MANET radios enable drone-to-drone mesh relays for stable long-range NLOS communication. Here is his demand details. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Customer_Inquiry\"><\/span>Customer Inquiry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cDo you offer solution for HDMI video, telemetry and RC transmitter for 15Km range? Can it avoid NLOS situation by using 3 devices in mesh mode? 2 Drones relay signal to establish link with GCS.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_the_Customers_Needs\"><\/span>Understanding the Customer\u2019s Needs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This inquiry highlights a practical scenario in UAV communication \u2014 a customer seeks a <strong>long-range (15 km)<\/strong> link capable of transmitting <strong>HDMI video, telemetry data, and RC control signals<\/strong>, with the ability to <strong>maintain connectivity even in non-line-of-sight (NLOS)<\/strong> conditions.<br>The proposed idea of using <strong>three nodes in mesh mode<\/strong>\u2014two drones relaying the signal between the Ground Control Station (GCS) and the target UAV\u2014is a classic <strong>Mobile Ad hoc Network (MANET)<\/strong> setup. This configuration allows each drone to act as a repeater, creating a <strong>self-healing, multi-hop network<\/strong> for continuous data, video, and control link coverage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recommended_Solution_MANET_Radio_%E2%80%93_Long-Range_Broadband_Link\"><\/span>Recommended Solution: MANET Radio \u2013 Long-Range Broadband Link<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this requirement, we recommend the<br>\ud83d\udc49 <a><strong>Vcan1806-Manet-Radio-100Km-60Mbps-4Nodes-2x5WPA-1420\u20131530MHz<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This MANET radio supports <strong>bidirectional broadband transmission<\/strong> for video, telemetry, and control data over distances up to <strong>100 km (air-to-ground)<\/strong> or <strong>tens of kilometers (drone-to-drone)<\/strong> under mesh networking mode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Features_for_This_Use_Case\"><\/span>Key Features for This Use Case<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bidirectional Data Link:<\/strong> Supports HDMI video streams, IP telemetry, and RC signals simultaneously.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mesh Networking (up to 32 nodes):<\/strong> Allows drones to serve as relays, extending coverage in NLOS or mountainous terrain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>High Throughput:<\/strong> Up to <strong>100 Mbps<\/strong> air interface rate \u2014 ideal for 1080p or even 4K video transmission.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dual Antenna MIMO:<\/strong> Improves stability and penetration through obstacles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Long Range &amp; High Power:<\/strong> Dual 5W output for robust 15\u2013100 km links (depending on environment).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Low Latency:<\/strong> Suitable for real-time control and live video.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Encrypted Communication:<\/strong> AES128, SNOW3G, and ZUC for secure mission data.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Application_Example\"><\/span>Application Example<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>UAV \u2192 Relay Drone 1 \u2192 Relay Drone 2 \u2192 GCS<\/strong><br>This 3-node mesh enables continuous connectivity even if the UAV temporarily loses direct line of sight to the GCS. The MANET protocol dynamically re-routes data through the available nodes, ensuring seamless video and telemetry transmission.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_MANET_Radio_Fits_the_Requirement\"><\/span>Why MANET Radio Fits the Requirement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Scalable:<\/strong> You can start with 3 nodes and later expand to more for complex missions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Versatile Interfaces:<\/strong> Dual Ethernet, UART, and SBUS make it easy to integrate with HDMI encoders, flight controllers, and telemetry systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Compact Design:<\/strong> Weighs only 255 g \u2014 perfect for airborne applications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stable in Dynamic Environments:<\/strong> Ideal for drones, ground vehicles, or mobile command posts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQ\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762814748284\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_Can_it_transmit_HDMI_video_telemetry_and_RC_signals_simultaneously\"><\/span><strong>Q1: Can it transmit HDMI video, telemetry, and RC signals simultaneously?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. The MANET radio supports full-duplex broadband IP transmission, allowing video, telemetry, and RC data over one unified link.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762814763864\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_How_far_can_it_transmit_in_mesh_mode\"><\/span><strong>Q2: How far can it transmit in mesh mode?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>In air-to-air or air-to-ground links, each hop can cover up to 20\u201330 km, allowing multi-hop networks to extend range significantly beyond 15 km.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762814774631\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_Can_it_overcome_NLOS_conditions\"><\/span><strong>Q3: Can it overcome NLOS conditions?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. Mesh networking allows intermediate drones to relay the signal, maintaining connection even when one node loses direct line of sight.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762814789343\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_How_many_nodes_can_be_used_in_one_network\"><\/span><strong>Q4: How many nodes can be used in one network?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Standard configuration supports up to 4 nodes; custom mesh mode supports up to 32.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1762814800671\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q5_Is_the_system_plug-and-play\"><\/span><strong>Q5: Is the system plug-and-play?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Each MANET radio can be pre-configured with specific IP addresses and roles (center or client), allowing users to deploy and connect instantly.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For UAV missions requiring <strong>HDMI video<\/strong>, <strong>telemetry<\/strong>, and <strong>RC transmission<\/strong> over <strong>15 km or more<\/strong>, the <strong>Vcan1806 MANET Radio<\/strong> provides a robust, high-speed, and secure communication backbone. Its <strong>mesh networking capability<\/strong> makes it the perfect solution for <strong>multi-drone relay setups<\/strong>, ensuring reliable connectivity even in complex terrain or NLOS environments.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Today I got an inquiry about 15Km UAV HDMI Telemetry Mesh Link Solution \u2014 Discover how MANET radios enable drone-to-drone mesh relays for stable long-range NLOS communication. Here is his demand details. Customer Inquiry \u201cDo you offer solution for HDMI video, telemetry and RC transmitter for 15Km range? 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