IX. Settings: Bluetooth and ADSL

To access this page, swipe up from the bottom on a flight screen to reveal the menus, then tap the "Settings" icon and then the "ADSL Bluetooth Configuration" icon.

About connectivity:

• Putting your instrument online via Bluetooth with the Syride app (Android or iPhone) provides new features: live tracking, automatic flight upload, real-time weather beacons, sending SMS... Uploading your instrument relies on your phone's data connection. If you lose network coverage, connected features will no longer work. Bluetooth has a negligible impact on the instrument's battery life.

• Live can be disabled, public, or private. The change can be made in flight. Public live is visible to everyone. Private live requires a key visible on the "my account" page on syride.com: https://www.syride.com/en/moncompte Live can also be shared on other platforms (see my account page).

• ADSL IN allows receiving ADSL signals from other instruments. It consumes power and noticeably reduces the instrument's battery life (5 to 10% additional consumption).

• ADSL OUT allows transmitting your position to other users every second. Its consumption is relatively low (2 to 3% additional consumption).

• At the end of a flight, if you are connected via Bluetooth the flight will be automatically transferred to your Syride account.

• Bluetooth and ADSL can be connected simultaneously.

About ADSL :

What is the ADSL module?

The ADS-L module is an optional module that communicates on the 868 MHz frequency, available in the Evo V2. It enables communication via the new ADSL protocol (Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Light), which is a lightweight version of the ADS-B system (Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast), commonly used in aviation for aircraft tracking.

For what purpose?

The ADSL protocol was designed to enhance aviation safety by facilitating collision avoidance detection, real-time aircraft tracking, and alerts in case of nearby traffic.

Who initiated it?

The ADSL protocol was developed under the regulation of EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency).

Who is it intended for?

This protocol is specifically designed for light aircraft such as paragliders, hang gliders, ultralights, and even drones.

When will it be implemented?

The implementation of the ADSL protocol will be gradual across Europe, focusing on areas with high light aircraft traffic. Initial deployments could begin as early as the end of 2024, with wider rollout expected for 2025-2026. From its release, the Evo V2 will be ready to operate with this protocol in areas where it is activated.

In which countries?

The ADSL protocol will be deployed in European countries. Switzerland, although not an EU member, is also concerned because it often follows EASA regulations.

What is the difference between FLARM and ADSL?

FLARM is a system developed by a private company, requiring a subscription and a license to access certain services and features. It is mainly used for short-range collision avoidance. In contrast, ADS-L is a standardized, open protocol developed under EASA regulation, with no subscription required, designed for broader compatibility and potentially mandatory use in some areas.

Is a subscription required?

There is no subscription, because ADSL is a public solution offered by the authorities.