This guide walks through setting up different device types for TDL compatibility. Each section includes practical examples and configuration details.

Device Categories at a Glance

Device Type	Real-World Example	Key Capabilities	Primary Function
Mesh Radio	MPU5, PRC-152	NETWORK_ACCESS + GPS_PROVIDER	Join/create networks, provide connectivity
ATAK Device	S23 with ATAK, Galaxy Tab	ATAK_DEVICE + DISPLAY_OUTPUT	Run ATAK interface, create tactical content
Display-Only	RDC, vehicle monitor	DISPLAY_OUTPUT + INFORMATION	Show data from other devices (no ATAK)
Video Source	Helmet cam, drone feed	VIDEO_SOURCE	Broadcast camera feed to network

Create Mesh Radio Device (MPU5, etc.)

Let’s start with adding encryption to a radio.

You can use any radio prefab, such as one already created, or override/duplicate an existing one. This one is included with the mod.

We start with changing the radio component class to a TDLRadioComponent. This will allow the radio to be detected as a TDL device by the system. No changes are required within this component once changed.

We will then add the TDLDeviceComponent to this device, which will allow it to connect to other TDL devices on the player, or other devices to network with them.

Under the component properties, we start with the Device Capabilities. This is what allows us to define what this device does.

NETWORK ACCESS
- Does this device act as a router? Should people join networks using this device?
GPS PROVIDER
- Does this device know it’s own location without another device?
DISPLAY OUTPUT
- Should this device be capable of showing video feeds? Or be able to display other available info?
VIDEO SOURCE
- Does this device have a camera? Could it stream video?
POWER PROVIDER
- Does this device have it’s own battery? Can it be used to power other devices?
INFORMATION
- Is this device a computer/operating system? Can it use the network to retrieve information from it?