# RadBeacon

> Utility app for configuring and managing Radius Networks proximity beacons. (iPhone/iPad app by Radius Networks, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/radbeacon/id789301891 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Radius Networks, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/552602206)
- Category: Utilities, Navigation
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-01-10
- Data updated: 2026-06-07
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/radbeacon/id789301891/reviews.md

## What is RadBeacon?

The RadBeacon™ app is the configuration utility for RadBeacon proximity beacons from Radius Networks that support Apple's iBeacon™ proximity services as well as other emerging proximity services.

The RadBeacon app from Radius Networks requires an iOS iPhone, iPad or iPod touch running iOS 7.1 or higher and equipped with Bluetooth 4.0 capabilities.

With the RadBeacon app you can scan for nearby configurable Radius Networks beacons. Once discovered, you can display each beacon's operating settings and make modifications to those settings.

Scanning for RadBeacons
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Scan for nearby configurable RadBeacons by swiping down on the RadBeacons table. Each beacon discovered is displayed with the following summary details

- Beacon Name
- Beacon Model
- Firmware Version
- Hardware ID
- Battery Level

Reviewing RadBeacon Settings
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Select any RadBeacon in the table to view it's detailed settings. The settings displayed include:

_Summary_
- Beacon Name
- Beacon Model
- Firmware Version
- Hardware ID
- Battery Level

_Modifiable Settings_
- Beacon Name
- Beacon Type
- Advertised Organizational Identifier [ UUID ]
- Advertised Group Identifier [ Major ]
- Advertised Unit Identifier [ Minor ]
- Advertised Measured Power
- Advertisement Rate
- Transmit Power

Updating RadBeacon Settings
-----------------------------------
Change any of the modifiable settings.
Press the Action Menu button and select Apply.
Submit a valid PIN to update the settings for this beacon.

Calibrating Measured Power
---------------------------------
Press the Action Menu button and select Calibrate.
Calibrate the measured power value of the beacon settings to ensure optimal proximity events and ranging.
Update the measured power value with the results of your calibration activity and update your settings.

Range Your Beacon
-----------------------
Press the Action Menu button and select Range.
Validate the accuracy of your beacon settings by quickly verifying the ranging behavior of your device in proximity to your configured beacon.

Update RadBeacon PIN
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Press the Action Menu button and select Update PIN.
Submit a new and existing PIN to update the PIN for your beacon.

Reset to Factory Settings
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Press the Action Menu button and select Reset.
Reset the device to the original factory settings.
Submit a valid PIN to reset the settings for your beacon to factory defaults.

Lock Settings
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Press the Action Menu button and select Lock.
Submit a valid PIN to prevent connections from remote Bluetooth 4.0 devices to the beacon configuration service.

The Lock feature is a security precaution to limit the possibility of third party manipulation of your beacons once they have been installed and configured.

In order to re-enter configurable mode for a RadBeacon USB, remove and restore power to the device.
In order to re-enter configurable mode for a RadBeacon Tag, remove the front cover and press the configuration push button switch near the coin cell battery.
In order to re-enter configurable mode for a RadBeacon X2, remove the front cover and switch the beacon power switch to OFF and back to ON.

A beacon set in configurable mode will be configurable for up to 30 minutes or until you lock the device again.

Boot To DFU
---------------
Press the Action Menu button and select DFU.
Reboot the beacon into Direct Firmware Update mode.
Contact Radius Networks support for information on the procedure for firmware update or replacement.
In order to re-enter normal operational model, simply remove and replace power to the device.

## Key features

- Scan for nearby beacons
- View beacon settings
- Modify beacon settings
- Calibrate measured power
- Range beacon accuracy
- Update beacon PIN
- Reset to factory settings
- Lock beacon settings

## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/radbeacon/id789301891/reviews.md

### 4/5 — It does what it is suppose to do.

*2016-07-23*

It has two flaws:

1. It does not check that iPhone's Bluetooth receiver is on, and if it is off, it seems the app is broken.

2. Once a beacon is updated, it needs to be disconnected and connected before the app can modify it again, otherwise the app shows "connection timeout" errors.

### 1/5 — does not work with DOT at all

*2015-08-06*

bought 2 dev kit and 10 DOT…  cannot configure DOTs at all as this app does not recorgnize them.

### 5/5 — Easy to Setup

*2015-04-01*

I have Roomie Remote and wanted room proximity to switch rooms as I entered.  Took all of 10 minutes to set up the rooms.  This iBeacon has some hidden potential for many applications.

I went with RadBeacon USB beacons.

### 2/5 — Crash very often

*2014-06-12*

I bought several beacons at my home and try to configure all of them. But the program crash very often, and also sometimes it cannot communicate to some particular beacons.

### 5/5 — Works great

*2014-02-28*

I don't see the issues the other reviewer had commented on.  The application works as intended per the described use case.

### 5/5 — Works Wonderfully

*2014-02-28*

This is a fantastic way to configure iBeacons over the air. I was able to use it to configure a dozen beacons in just a few minutes with no problems at all. Just a simple utility for configuring RadBeacons over Bluetooth.

### 1/5 — Not good

*2014-02-21*

Works for a while. Then stops. Can't see their own RadBeacons! No link to support. No way to report a problem or ask for help. Really bad. Just serves up web pages. Get a real app.

## Frequently asked questions about RadBeacon

### What devices is RadBeacon compatible with?

RadBeacon requires an iOS iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch running iOS 7.1 or higher and equipped with Bluetooth 4.0 capabilities.

### How do I scan for RadBeacons?

To scan for nearby configurable RadBeacons, simply swipe down on the RadBeacons table within the app. Each discovered beacon will be displayed with summary details.

### Can I change the settings of a RadBeacon?

Yes, you can modify various settings including Beacon Name, Type, UUID, Major, Minor, Advertised Power, Advertisement Rate, and Transmit Power. You will need to submit a valid PIN to apply changes.

### How do I secure my RadBeacon settings?

You can lock the settings of your RadBeacon by selecting 'Lock' from the Action Menu and submitting a valid PIN. This prevents unauthorized modifications via remote Bluetooth 4.0 devices.

### What is the purpose of calibrating measured power in RadBeacon?

Calibrating the measured power value ensures optimal proximity events and ranging. You update the measured power value with the results of your calibration activity.

### How often is RadBeacon updated?

The latest version of RadBeacon is 2.5.0, and it was last updated on October 26, 2023. This indicates a relatively active development cycle.

### Does RadBeacon have ads?

No, RadBeacon does not contain advertisements. It is a free utility app focused on beacon configuration.

### What is the user rating for RadBeacon?

RadBeacon has a perfect 5.0-star rating based on 1 review, suggesting a highly positive user experience among its current users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5.0 — 2023-10-26

Support for latest iOS versions, dark mode and RadBeacon USB v2.7 beacons.

### 2.4.2 — 2016-10-04

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Hard codes advertising interval to 5000ms for Eddystone telemetry on an X4 beacon.

### 2.4.1 — 2016-07-30

Supports configuring additional advertising intervals for X4 of every 5, 10, 15, and 20 seconds

### 2.4 — 2016-04-29

Support for new X4 firmware

### 2.3.3 — 2016-03-31

Bug fixes

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