Tutorial Dump1090 Android

How to Set Up Dump1090 on Android with RTL-SDR: A Complete Guide

Looking to track ADS-B signals using your Android device? This guide walks you through setting up Dump1090 with an RTL-SDR dongle to build a portable ADS-B receiver.

01. Download Dump1090

Download Dump1090 on Google Play Store. Ensure you enable necessary permissions for the app.

02. Download RTL SDR Driver

Download RTL SDR Driver on Google Play Store. Ensure you enable necessary permissions for the app to access USB devices.

03. Start App Dump 1090

Accept the permission request to use your device location.

04. Connect USB Dongle

Plug the RTL-SDR dongle into the OTG adapter or HUB and connect it to your Android phone or tablet.
Please use a high quality USB OTG adapter / hub to connect your RTL SDR dongle – this is the most common cause of failure.

If you have other RTL SDR apps installed there is maybe a permission request by that apps – DISMISS IT.
Don’t worry other apps will still work but our app need now the permission to access the USB device.

04. Start receiving

with the pink floating play button

05. Accept permission window

of RTL SDR DRIVER to access the USB port of your Android device.

If you have other RTL SDR apps installed there is maybe a permission request by that apps – DISMISS IT.
Don’t worry other apps will still work but our app need now the permission to access the USB device.

06. Run

let the app run for a minute or two and monitor if you receive aircrafts.

Have look at FAQ section for more info.

With this setup, you can easily monitor live air traffic using just an Android device and Dump1090 software.

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