Skydio Dock Installation Checklist
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Skydio Remote Operations
Ensure that your Skydio Cloud organization is properly configured:
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Toggle ON Data Capture |
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Add Admin users | |
Claim devices and link vehicles to Docks | |
Add Dock ID (not required for Dock Lite) | |
Toggle ON Teleoperations and Scheduled Mission |
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Add wireless networks | |
Sync Cloud settings to your vehicle |
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Update Skydio Dock and drones |
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For more detailed information and instructions visit: Getting Started with Remote Ops |
Install Environment
Ensure that Skydio Dock is placed in an optimal environment for best performance:
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Lighting - ensure the flight environment is adequately illuminated with no hard shadows. |
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Electromagnetic interference (EMI) - avoid areas with high EMI interference as it may affect the signal connection. |
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Reflective surfaces - avoid installation in areas with reflective surfaces, as they may confuse the visual navigation and obstacle avoidance system. | |
Windows - avoid installation in areas with large windows that are larger than 5 ft (1.5 m) square as they may confuse the visual navigation and obstacle avoidance system. |
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Thin obstacles - avoid installation in areas with thin obstacles less than .5 in (1.27 cm) in diameter, as they may be difficult to detect and confuse the visual navigation and obstacle avoidance system. |
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Wind - avoid installation in windy areas. |
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For more detailed information visit: Skydio Dock Safety Guidelines |
Mounting Skydio Dock
Mounting the Skydio Dock in a permanent location will help ensure repeatable missions from the same position and orientation and reduces wear and tear from vehicle transport to and from sites. When mounting ensure that the Dock is:
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On a level and stable surface | |
In an open area
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Enclosed by a marked zone around the Dock so that people and vehicles do not interfere with launch and landing. |
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For more detailed information and instructions visit: How to Install Skydio Dock for X2 Outdoor and How to Install Skydio Dock for S2 Indoor. |
Mounting Skydio Dock Lite
Mounting the Skydio Dock Lite in a permanent location will help ensure repeatable missions from the same position and orientation and reduces wear and tear from vehicle transport to and from sites. When mounting ensure that the Dock is:
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On a level and stable surface | |
In an open area
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Enclosed by a marked zone around the Dock so that people and vehicles do not interfere with launch and landing. |
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For more detailed information and instructions visit: How to install Skydio Dock Lite. |
Power & Network
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Confirm that your network meets the network requirements |
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Add networks to your Skydio Cloud organization |
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Connect the Ethernet cable to Skydio Dock | |
Connect the Power cable to Skydio Dock and power ON
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Connect Skydio Dock to the Internet | |
[warning] If the SSID or the password are entered incorrectly you will NOT receive an alert. The network will not connect, and you will need to delete the network and start over. [/warning] |
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For more detailed information and instructions visit: How to set up your Skydio Dock & Remote Ops network. |
Pre-flight Inspection
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Ensure that you have a Dock-compatible battery |
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Inspect the battery and connector pins to ensure they are free of debris and damage | |
Verify the battery is fully seated in the vehicle |
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Inspect Skydio Dock for damage:
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Ensure the Dock or Dock Lite is level and stable | |
Inspect Skydio Drone for damage:
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Clean all camera lenses |
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For more detailed information and instructions visit: The Skydio Dock & Remote Ops Operator Manual. |
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