The RS1000 Tether System from Blue Vigil is a tether power system designed for off-the-shelf select drones. The ground-based tether allows for unlimited flight time when it is connected to a power source such as a generator, household current, or an external battery. The Blue Vigil RS1000 operates with the Inspire 1/2, Matrice 200/210, or any drone that runs on a 12 or 24V battery. Some drones may require a power adapter. The Blue Vigil system includes the RS1000 ground base tether unit, power cord, and the battery replacement module (BRM).
Unlimited Flight Time
No more downtime while swapping out batteries. Connected to the Blue Vigil tether, your drone will have unlimited flight time.
Launch and Leave
Once at the desired altitude, compatible drones will generally hold their position without needing constant operator input.
Continuous Power
With generator, inverter, or household power input, the system provides continuous power to the drone.
News Media and Events
- News media can monitor travel lanes or current events
- Capture great shots of your race, concert, or festival
Law Enforcement and First Responders
- Evaluate crime scenes and vehicle collision efficiently
- Law enforcement can monitor crowd situations
- Fire officials can identify hot spots
- Area surveillance and tactical overview
Communication and Sensors
- Deploy radio and cellular sites and relays
- Monitor UAV mounted electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensors
Additional Uses
- Surveillance of fixed positions and perimeters
- Monitoring protracted barricade/hostage situation
- Weather monitoring
- Hazmat incidents
- Lighting
- Situational awareness at events (concerts, festivals, parades)
- Eye-in-the-sky camera position for televising and recording sports events
- Reconnaissance in hazardous/inaccessible environments
- Monitoring vehicular traffic conditions
- Scene safety/force protection
- Film production
- Aerial platform for lights, sensors, and antennas

