RF-FLY800 Radio Tracking System

How Radio Tracking Works

The transmitter tag emits a radio signal from the animal or object carrying it. The operator tunes the receiver to the tag’s frequency and uses the antenna and received signal to guide the search. This approach supports locating a moving subject or searching for a tag after movement has stopped.

Direction Finding in the Field

RF-FLY800 is a radio tracking system with a dedicated receiver. Its described function is to help locate the source of a radio transmission, rather than send GPS coordinates to a smartphone map. It can be useful where satellite reception is unavailable, provided the tag’s radio signal can still reach the receiver.

Understanding the 60 km Range

The maximum specified range is 60 km, approximately 37 miles, with a clear radio line of sightAn unobstructed radio path between transmitter and receiver. Terrain, buildings and other obstacles can reduce usable range.. This figure does not describe guaranteed performance inside buildings, behind terrain or in underground parking structures.

Actual reception depends on the surroundings and antenna positions. A strong signal in an open area does not establish the same range through walls or metal structures.

Midrange and Close-Range Settings

Receiver settings for medium and short distances help manage reception as the operator approaches the transmitter. They support judging the signal during the search; they are not a numerical distance measurement.

Frequency Options

Available frequencies are 173, 216 and 218 MHz. The receiver and tag must be configured for the selected operating frequency. Specify the intended application and destination country when selecting the system configuration.

Receiver, Transmitter and Accessories

The receiver combines digital tuning with a large Tune knob designed to reduce accidental adjustment. Three LEDs illuminate the control panel for work in low light. Six 1.5 V AAA batteries power the receiver.

Audible Signal Monitoring

Speakers on the top and bottom make the audio easier to hear from different positions while handling the receiver. This concerns sound distribution around the unit; the received radio signal can still change as the antenna is turned.

Built-in polyphase filtersReceiver filters used to reduce background noise and help distinguish the signal being tracked. reduce background noise during monitoring. The combination of tuning controls and audible feedback supports the operator’s search for the tag.

Quick-Release Handle

The removable handle makes the system easier to pack and carry. It can also attach directly to the antenna, allowing the antenna to be held separately in the supported configuration.

9 g Transmitter Tag

The tag weighs 9 g (0.32 oz), including its CR2032 battery, and has a 7-inch antenna, approximately 17.8 cm long. Battery life is up to 40 days under ideal conditions. Actual runtime varies with use.

For animal tracking, assess the transmitter’s weight and mounting arrangement for the individual animal and application. The small tag is the component carried by the subject; the operator uses the separate receiver to search for its signal.

Weather Resistance and Vehicle Antenna

The receiver is described as water-resistant for use in unfavorable weather. No IP rating is specified, so this should not be treated as a certified immersion rating.

A motorized roof-mounted receiving antenna is available for vehicle-based use. It is an optional accessory that must be requested when ordering, rather than assumed to be part of the standard system.