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Attaching to the Drone

The Mini 4G uses a 3M Dual Lock reclosable fastener to be quickly & safely attached and detached from your drone. The Dual Lock holds firm when mated. The interlocking mushroom-shaped heads slide past each other to close with a snap and peel apart easily when you need to separate them by simply pulling the strips by hand.

Proper Location​

When looking for a suitable location to place the Mini on your drone, you need to watch out for four potential issues.

  1. Don't place Mini 4G over a curved surface because it might unsnap during the flight.
  2. Don't place Mini 4G on a soft material that can bend during mating (such as plastic covers). The Dual Lock may not hold properly.
  3. Don't place Mini 4G over or close to other electrical components such as flight controller, IMU, GNSS antennas, RF transceivers.
  4. Don't place Mini 4G in inaccessible locations. You should have the button and all the LEDs always reachable and visible.

Remember, if you put your Mini on top of your drone, you can expect a better GNSS signal. When underneath, a better range for Bluetooth Direct / Broadcast Remote ID + better cellular signal is expected. Therefore, the proper location might also depend on your use case.

Dual Lock Counterpart Installation​

One part of the Dual Lock is already firmly glued to the bottom of your Dronetag Mini device. Besides that, we have supplied you with a self-adhesive counterpart, which must be placed on your drone, and a clean alcohol pad to prepare the surface.

  1. Find the proper surface on the drone for the Dual Lock counterpart.
  2. Clean the surface with an alcohol cleaning pad.
  3. Wait at least one minute to let the alcohol evaporate.
  4. Remove the foil from the mating piece and stick it onto the area.
  5. Wait five minutes, so the glue hardens.
  6. Snap the device into the mating piece on the drone.
  7. Ensure the glue on both parts holds firmly by repeatedly removing the device from the drone.

Attaching the Mini 4G with Drone Counterpart​

  1. Align the Mini with the Dual Lock counterpart on the aircraft so it is centered.
  2. Press the Mini straight down toward the drone until you feel and hear a clear “snap” as the mushroom heads interlock.

Removing Dronetag Mini​

  • To detach, peel from one corner of the device and lift steadily until the Dual Lock releases.
  • Do not twist or slide the Mini off. Peeling from a corner reduces stress on the adhesive and airframe.

Where to Get a Replacement?​

If you need more counterpart pieces, you can order Dual Lock parts on our e-shop. Alternatively, use your local 3M distributor to order a replacement. If you use an alternative distributor, you must ensure that the Dual Lock counterpart is type 3M SJ4570 and has a proper size.

Disclaimer​

We kindly advise that our company cannot assume responsibility for the installation of our product by the user or any potential loss incurred as a result. While we strive to provide comprehensive guidance and support, the responsibility for proper installation lies with the user. Should you require any further assistance or clarification, please do not hesitate to contact our customer support team. Your understanding is greatly appreciated.