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Dronetag Mini 4G

Key differences: Mini 4G vs. Mini

Connectivity: Mini 4G uses LTE Cat 1 bis; standard Mini uses LTE-M / NB-IoT.

Form factor: Mini 4G has different dimensions/weight (slightly larger and heavier).

Charging: USB-C on Mini 4G vs Micro-USB on Mini.

SIM options: Choose an integrated SIM (e-shop) or SIM slot (bring your own SIM). The SIM-slot version is ideal for evaluating the full Dronetag solution before bigger decisions. For SIM-slot evaluations or custom SIM integration, contact sales@dronetag.com

Make sure you’re following the right guide for your device to avoid setup hiccups.

Dronetag Mini 4G makes your drone visible to other airspace participants and lets you track it in real time. It mounts on any drone regardless of manufacturer.

Mini 4G connects over the cellular network to our cloud service to meet Network Remote ID (NRI) requirements. It also broadcasts identification and position locally to comply with Direct (Broadcast) Remote ID (DRI) rules. Both NRI and DRI transmissions follow the relevant standards: prEN 4709-002 for the EU and ASTM F3411 for the US.

The device includes internal antennas, an all-day battery, and a durable enclosure with a reclosable 3M Dual Lock mount, so it can run standalone and be quickly moved across drones in your fleet. It works hand in hand with the Dronetag Web & Mobile app for setup, monitoring, and updates.

For demanding RF environments, Mini 4G also provides two MMCX connectors to attach external LTE and Bluetooth antennas, improving signal strength and connection reliability.

Controls​

User Interactions​

Dronetag Mini 4G is operated with the button located on the longer side of the device.

  • Long press (2 s): Switch the device on or off
  • Short press (0.1 s): Start flight or end flight (while the device is turned on)
  • Short press (0.1 s): Battery indication (while the device is turned off)
  • Extra-long press (5-15 s): Force device reset to factory defaults (Press and hold the power button until the LEDs turn purple and the countdown finishes)

General usage​

The device usually works in all outdoor areas with GNSS signal and cellular coverage. To quickly start your flight (assuming that you already registered your device):

  • Check the battery level while the device is turned off by a short button press (0.1 s).
  • Turn on the device by long-pressing the button (2 s).
  • Wait until all device components are ready and 3 LEDs transition to solid green.
  • The flight will start automatically, or you need to confirm it with a short button press (based on your Flight auto start configuration).
  • Do your mission.
  • End the flight by short button press (0.1 s).
  • Switch off the device by a long button press (2 s).

What's in the Box​

After the Mini 4G is delivered to you, the following package contents should be present:

  • 1 × Dronetag Mini 4G
  • 1 × USB-C cable
  • 3 × Dual Lock counterpart for drone
  • 1 × Alcohol cleaning pad
  • 1 × Quick start guide
  • 1 × Dronetag sticker

Connectivity & SIM options​

Mini 4G includes an embedded Emnify MFF2 SIM (eSIM). LTE connectivity works with an active subscription, which covers both Cloud features and cellular data.

Nano-SIM slot: Mini 4G also provides a nano-SIM slot. You can insert your own SIM, and the device will use your SIM for LTE connectivity instead of the embedded one.