Feed configuration

Feed Configuration

To start tracking aircraft, you need to connect VRS X to a data source (Feeder).

Step-by-Step Setup

Open the Admin Panel.
Click on the Feeds tab in the sidebar.
Click the + Add Feed button.

Configuration Fields

Field	Description
Name	A unique name for your feed (e.g., "Home Pi5" or "Radarcape").
Address	IP address or Serial Port of your feeder.
Port	The network port (e.g., `30005` for Beast).
Format	Select Beast or BaseStation from the dropdown.
Connection Type	Usually set to TCP Adapter.
Receiver Location	Select your coordinates (defined in the "Receiver Locations" section).

Connection Modes

Active (Standard): VRS X will initiate the connection to your feeder.
Passive (Push): VRS X will open a port and wait for the feeder to push data to it

💡 PRO TIP: Once saved, your feed will appear in the list. Check the STATUS column to verify the connection.

⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are using Active Mode and the connection fails, the STATUS column will provide a detailed error log. Please note that in Passive Mode, status information is limited since VRS X is just waiting for incoming traffic!