EVO NEST FAQ

We've put everything you need to get started with your device right here.

  • How do I upgrade the firmware and app for the EVO NEST?

    Firmware upgrade

    1. Prepare a monitor, an HDMI cable, a mouse and a USB docking station.

    2. Connect the docking station to the USB port on the docking station, plug the mouse cable into the docking station, and connect one end of the HDMI cable to the monitor and the other end to the HDMI port on the docking station.

    3. Open the browser and visit Autel Robotics'  offical website to download the latest version of the firmware upgrade package.


    App upgrade

    1. Prepare a monitor, an HDMI cable, a mouse and a USB docking station.

    2. Connect the docking station to the USB port on the docking station, plug the mouse cable into the docking station, and connect one end of the HDMI cable to the monitor and the other end to the HDMI port on the docking station.

    3. Open the browser and visit the Autel Robotics' official website to download the latest version of the upgrade package of the app.


    Note:

    Before connecting the USB or HDMI interface, you need to use an Allen screwdriver to remove the side cover.


  • How do I ensure that the drone will accurately land back at the EVO NEST?

    1. Before flying the drone, please make sure that the GPS signal is good. (display the number of satellite: at least 15)

    2. If the GPS signal does not meet the requirements, please find an open space to place the EVO NEST, and then test at least 10 flights, landing the drone after marking the take-off point to ensure that the average moving distance between the landing point and the take-off point is within 10 cm.


  • How do I use the Autel SkyCommand Center to remotely control the drone in the EVO NEST?

    If you want to fly manually, you can find available nests on the map through the aircraft nest list, and then click the one-click takeoff icon on the aircraft nest drone on the map. This will enable you to control the drone remotely in the background of the command center flight.

  • How do I use the Autel SkyCommand Center to send tasks to the EVO NEST?

    1. Log in to the organization account, enter the task management interface, click "New Task", edit the task name, device type, and task type. After editing, click "Configure Task" to enter the configuration interface.

    2. Add waypoints and routes, and configure the corresponding parameters. After the parameter configuration is completed, click "Save" to return to the task management interface.

    3. Click "Submit Task", select the nest as the execution object, execution type (immediate execution/planned execution), period, start time and validity period in the issuing pop-up window, and finally, click "OK" to send the task to the app.

    4. Use the username and password created by the command center to log into the app to view the system tasks issued by the command center. Click the task card to enter the task details page, and click the takeoff button to start the task.


  • How do I connect the EVO NEST to the Autel SkyCommand Center?

    1. Log in to the Autel SkyCommand Center and enter the device management page. You can choose to add drones or aircraft nests, and enter the device name, serial number, and team in the pop-up window. After entering the serial number, the device model is displayed according to the result of automatic matching.

    2. When adding a nest for the first time, enter the name and serial number. After the nest model is automatically identified, a password input box will appear. Enter a 6-digit password for nest authentication. The password can be modified.

    3. When the nest app is used for the first time, a nest verification pop-up window will appear. You need to enter the service address and the corresponding 6-digit password; when the nest has been added in device management and the power is turned on, the nest will appear on the map interface.


  • What should I pay attention to before using the EVO NEST for flight missions?

    1. Make sure that the drone is placed in the middle of the charging board.

    2. Check carefully whether the connection between the power supply and the network is correct.

    3. Confirm that no one is standing within 6 feet of the EVO NEST.

  • How do I choose the location of the EVO NEST?

    1. Please choose an open area, such as an open clearing, roof, etc.

    2. Please choose a place with good GPS signal (display the number of satellite: at least 15) and weak electromagnetic interference. You can use the drone to test the GPS signal and electromagnetic environment before selecting the site.


  • How do I install the drone on the charging stand?

    1. The charging stand has 4 arm fixing clips. The two shorter fixing clips are marked with E, and the taller fixing clips are marked with F. The E fixing clips are used to fix the rear arms, and the F fixing clips are  used to fix the front arms.

    2. After fixing the arms, install the drone battery on the drone, and connect the cable under the battery power button to the tripod. 


  • What types of drones are compatible with the EVO NEST?

    The EVO II series, EVO II RTK series, and EVO II Enterprise series units