DD-6 — Stationary EM Emission Analyzer (80 MHz–6 GHz)
The affordable passive detection layer: DD-6 continuously monitors the standard drone bands — control, video and telemetry links — and emits nothing itself. Fixed mast installation for permanent perimeters.
Overview
Silent, continuous, affordable.
DD-6 listens across 80 MHz–6 GHz — the bands where the vast majority of commercial drones talk: control links around 433/868/915 MHz, video and telemetry at 1.2, 2.4 and 5.8 GHz. It detects and classifies link signatures, estimates bearing and raises an alert while the drone is still on approach. Fully passive: no transmission license, zero interference, lawful next to airports. Need the same capability on the move? The portable DD5 case station covers temporary deployments.
Key characteristics (calculated)
Pilot-configuration figures; confirmed in field validation. Datasheet on request.
| Frequency range | 80 MHz – 6 GHz (sub-bands L 0.08–2, M 2–6 GHz) |
|---|---|
| Principle | Fully passive, receive-only |
| Coverage | 360° panoramic direction finding |
| Passive range | 5–10 km on control/video links (calculated) |
| DF accuracy | azimuth ≤2° at SNR ≳20 dB (MUSIC / root-MUSIC) |
| Installation | Fixed mast unit |
| Power | Low-draw passive operation; ~24 h from battery |
| Integration | A3O Mini Rapid (edge) / DroneDefender platform |
DD-6 or DD-12?
Choosing the passive layer.
DD-6 covers the standard commercial-drone bands at the best price and is the right entry point for residences, construction sites and events. For temporary or mobile deployments, choose the portable DD5 case station; if you need the extended 6–12 GHz band, EO/IR tracking and the optional X-band illumination radar against RF-silent drones — step up to DD-12. Request a comparison below.
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