AirWarden® Spectrum Sensor Specifications

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Multi-Band RF Detection for High-Risk Facilities

The AirWarden Spectrum Sensor provides spectrum sensing RF drone detection for high-risk facilities. Powered by AI and advanced machine learning, it identifies both standard Remote ID–broadcasting drones and non-broadcasting drones. Security teams can rely on its deep spectrum analysis to detect, locate, and track any drone and its pilot in real time.
Built and supported in the U.S., the AirWarden Spectrum Sensor is trusted by government agencies, critical infrastructure, and private organizations—delivering dependable, field-proven performance for high-security, high-RF environments.

Why Choose AirWarden Spectrum Sensor

The AirWarden Spectrum Sensor delivers reliable detection of broadcasting and non-broadcasting drones for high-risk environments, without inspecting RF packet content.
Non-Broadcasting Drone Detection
Identifies both Remote ID-compliant and non- broadcasting drones, extending detection beyond aircraft that transmit standard Remote ID signals.
Passive Spectrum Analysis
Identifies characteristic drone RF signatures without intercepting nonpublic communications or packet contents, delivering reliable, real-time detection.
Proven in Demanding RF Environments
Deployed at MetLife Stadium since 2018 and at other major league stadiums, AirWarden Spectrum provides reliable drone detection in environments with high levels of RF noise.
Technical Specifications

AirWarden Spectrum Sensor

A weatherproof RF spectrum sensor that detects both Remote ID and non-broadcasting drones across multiple frequency bands. Deploy it individually for proximity alerts or as part of a sensor network for more precise drone and pilot location data.
Detects Remote ID and non-broadcasting drones
Provides proximity alerts from a single sensor
Supports networked drone and pilot location tracking
REMOTE ID RANGE
Up to 8 km
NON-REMOTE ID RANGE
Up to 4 km
UPDATE RATE
1 s
AVG. POWER DRAW
<35 W
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Physical
Weatherproof fiberglass enclosure, designed for flexible pole or wall mounting.
Enclosure material
Weatherproof NEMA Type 3R, 3RX / IP24 enclosure, fiberglass construction
Dimensions
Sensor enclosure: 13.5" × 15.5" × 9.5"
Antenna: 4.61" × 0.87"
Weight
Sensor enclosure: ~15 lbs
Antenna: ~0.25 lbs.
Operating temperature
−40 °C to 65 °C (−40 °F to 149 °F)
Storage temperature
−40 °C to 65 °C (−40 °F to 149 °F)
Mounting options
Pole-mount or wall-mount
Pole: Mount to any size pole with aluminum struts or hose clamps
Wall: Mount to any wall with appropriate fasteners
Connectors
1 × Power — IP67-rated M22 Circular Connector
1 × Detection — N-Type Female
1 × Ethernet — IP67-rated RJ45
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Detection
Detects both Remote ID and non-broadcasting drones across multiple RF bands, with detection range determined by local interference conditions.
Detection capability
Drone Remote ID Broadcast
Drones Not Broadcasting Remote ID
Detection frequencies
434 MHz | 900–920 MHz | 2.400–2.4835 GHz | 5.150–5.850 GHz
Remote ID range
By interference level
  • Strong (urban): up to 2 km (1.2 miles)
  • Medium (suburb): up to 5 km (3.1 miles)
  • Low (suburb/seaside): 7–8 km (4.3–5 miles)
Non-Remote ID range
By interference level
  • Strong (urban): up to 1 km (0.62 miles)
  • Medium (suburb): up to 2 km (1.2 miles)
  • Low (suburb/seaside): up to 4 km (2.5 miles)
Max detection targets
Unlimited
Update rate
1 second (Active detection)
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Networking & Power
Connects over Ethernet and operates from a 120 VAC supply, with defined networking and server requirements.
Networking
Network type
Ethernet
Network latency
200 ms Max Tolerable
Bandwidth
5 Mbps Min Tolerable
Power
Supply
120 VAC
Maximum draw
Up to 90 Watts
Average draw
<35 Watts average
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Applications
Use individual AirWarden Spectrum Sensors for proximity alerts or network them for precise drone and pilot location data.
Single Spectrum Sensor
Provides proximity alert for drone and pilot
Network of Spectrum Sensors
Provides exact drone and pilot location information
Compatible products
AirWarden Direction Finder Module
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