Free guide / video
Available soonFORSYTE Quick Start
Free
Best for: New users
- Installing FORSYTE
- Connecting your hardware
- Your first scan
- Your first alert
- Common mistakes to avoid
Coming soon
Live online & in-person training
FORSYTE Training
Learn how to set up, operate and report from FORSYTE Lite and Plus using supported SDR (software-defined radio) hardware, Drone ID, the radio-frequency (RF) Detection Map and ATAK workflows.
FORSYTE detects and helps you make sense of nearby radio-frequency activity — radio signals, drone links and Remote ID — using a phone or tablet and a low-cost radio sensor. It listens only; it never transmits.
Training is available online or in person for individuals, teams, instructors and organisations.
FORSYTE Training is the first step toward the wider ARC Academy learning platform.
Why training matters
Get more from what FORSYTE shows you
FORSYTE is designed to be easy to start, but teams get more value when they understand what the system is showing them: what a detection means, what it does not prove, and how to report activity clearly. The training is built for operators, managers, instructors and organisations who want practical confidence — without needing to become radio specialists.
- Set up supported hardware
- Run a first scan
- Understand what a detection means (and what it doesn't prove)
- Use Drone ID / Remote ID information
- View activity on the RF Detection Map
- Share and report using ATAK workflows
- Avoid common mistakes
Who it is for
Built for the whole team
New FORSYTE users
Learn how to install FORSYTE, connect your hardware and run your first scan with confidence.
Security teams
Train operators to use FORSYTE as part of site, event or asset protection.
Drone, SDR & technical users
Build confidence with RTL-SDR, HackRF, Drone ID, radio signals and map workflows.
Organisations
Request team training, product onboarding, deployment support or pilot preparation.
Instructors & partners
Join the early FORSYTE instructor beta and help deliver training locally.
Training available now
Courses, workshops & bundles
Pricing is shown “from” per person or per session. Workshops, international delivery and bundles are confirmed on quote. We confirm scope and pricing before any payment.
Live online or in person
FORSYTE Operator Level 1
From £149 per person
2.5–3 hours online · half-day in person
Certificate: FORSYTE Operator Level 1
Best for: Lite/Plus users and small teams
- Hardware setup
- Lite vs Plus
- Your first scan
- Understanding detections
- Drone ID basics
- The RF Detection Map
- ATAK workflow
- Logging and reporting
Live online or in person
FORSYTE Team Deployment Workshop
From £995 online · from £2,500 in person + expenses
Half-day online · one day in person
Best for: Security teams, training providers, organisations and pilot users
- Team onboarding
- Practical workflows
- Reporting process
- Hardware setup
- Use-case planning
In person
International FORSYTE Operator Workshop
From £5,000 + travel and expenses
One day minimum
Best for: Approved organisations, partners and instructor groups outside the UK
- On-site operator training
- Hardware setup with your devices
- Workflows tailored to your environment
- Reporting and logging practice
Flights, accommodation, local transport and agreed expenses are quoted separately and paid in advance.
Online + practical assessment
Expressions of interest openFORSYTE Instructor Beta
Quote required
Best for: Training providers, consultants, instructors and organisations who want to teach FORSYTE locally
- Instructor onboarding
- Teaching materials and guidance
- Practical assessment
- Use of approved FORSYTE training content
Quote required
Product + Training Bundle
Quote required
Best for: Customers who want software, supported hardware advice and training together
- FORSYTE licence
- Supported hardware guidance
- Setup support
- Operator Level 1 training
Featured course
FORSYTE Operator Level 1
A practical introduction to using FORSYTE Lite and Plus for radio-signal awareness, Drone ID, map-based reporting and ATAK (the Android Team Awareness Kit) workflows.
What you'll cover
- What FORSYTE does
- What radio signals are, in plain English
- Supported hardware: RTL-SDR and HackRF
- Lite vs Plus
- Running your first scan
- Reading alerts and detections
- Drone ID basics
- The RF Detection Map
- ATAK workflow
- Logging and reporting
- Common mistakes
- Short assessment
Certificate
FORSYTE Operator Level 1 Certificate
FORSYTE certificates confirm completion of product-specific training delivered or approved by Cypher Tech Solutions Ltd. They do not replace any statutory, military, aviation, security, police or government qualification.
Delivery
Online or in person
Online
- Suitable for individuals and small teams
- Delivered live, with time for questions
- Can be recorded if agreed
- A good option for first onboarding
In person
- Suitable for teams, organisations, instructors and pilots
- Practical setup with real hardware
- Can be tailored to your operating environment
- UK and international delivery available
- Travel and expenses quoted separately
Hardware required
What you need to take part
Most FORSYTE training can be completed with an Android device and a supported SDR (software-defined radio) such as an RTL-SDR or HackRF. If you don't already have hardware, FORSYTE can advise on compatible options or prepare a product + training bundle.
- Android device (Android 9.0 or newer, with USB OTG)
- A supported SDR (RTL-SDR or HackRF)
- An antenna suited to what you want to watch
- A USB / OTG adapter or cable that fits your device
- A power bank (recommended)
- ATAK (optional)
Customers may use their own compatible hardware. FORSYTE-supplied or partner-supplied hardware packages are quoted separately where available. FORSYTE is hardware-agnostic and does not manufacture all hardware itself.
Organisation training
Tailored team training
For organisations, FORSYTE can provide tailored training for security teams, training providers, drone operators, site operators, emergency response teams and defence-adjacent users.
Training can be adapted around:
Instructor beta
Help teach FORSYTE locally
FORSYTE is opening an early instructor beta for selected trainers, partners and organisations. The goal is to build a trusted network of people who can teach FORSYTE correctly, safely and consistently.
Instructor beta candidates may include:
Lawful, defensive use
FORSYTE training is for lawful, defensive, educational and operational-awareness purposes only. Users are responsible for complying with local laws, radio regulations, privacy rules, aviation rules and organisational policies. Training does not authorise users to intercept private communications, interfere with signals, operate drones unlawfully or conduct any activity requiring a separate legal authorisation.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do I need radio experience?
No. Training starts from plain-English basics — you don't need to be a radio specialist.
Do I need to own FORSYTE already?
It helps, but you don't have to. Organisations can request a product + training bundle that includes the software, supported hardware guidance and training together.
What hardware do I need?
An Android device and a supported SDR (software-defined radio) such as an RTL-SDR or HackRF. Exact requirements depend on the course, and we can advise.
Is the certificate externally accredited?
Not currently. It is a FORSYTE product-training certificate issued by Cypher Tech Solutions Ltd. It does not replace any statutory, military, aviation, security, police or government qualification.
Can you train teams?
Yes. Online and in-person team training is available, and can be tailored to your team size, hardware and operating environment.
Can training be delivered outside the UK?
Yes, for approved organisations. Travel, accommodation and agreed expenses are quoted separately and paid in advance.
Is this a drone pilot qualification?
No. Drone pilot qualifications are separate and issued by aviation authorities and approved providers. FORSYTE training focuses on using FORSYTE and understanding detection, Drone ID and reporting workflows.
Can instructors teach FORSYTE?
The instructor beta is open for selected trainers and organisations. Express your interest and we'll be in touch.
Request training
Tell us what you need
Share a few details and we'll respond as soon as possible with availability, scope and pricing. Prefer email? Reach us at training@forsyte.app.
Coming next
On the roadmap
These are future items, not live today. They're where FORSYTE Training is heading as it grows toward the wider ARC Academy platform.