DroneBeacon MAVLink/DroneCAN product family is a so-called direct or broadcast Remote ID long-range transponder that can be integrated into drone products. The products run open-source firmware (ArduRemoteID) and provides a so-called standard Remote ID solution. The products are designed for drone manufacturers, system integrators or DIY enthusiasts. It is compliant with the (upcoming) international standards and has a FCC/CE approved radio module. Furthermore, the transponder is optimized for long range due to its transmit power.
These products primarily target UAV manufacturers as you need do you own approval process at the FAA (DoC submission). Of course, we can support you with this. For customer that need an approved FAA Remote ID module, please buy the db120 with battery or the db121/db122fpv product.
Products
db201
the best choice for most users. Specifications
db202mav
a cost effective solution with one MAVLink port. Specifications
db203can
db203can: a cost effective solution with one DroneCAN port. Specifications
db210pro
db210pro: a feature-rich solution with the powerful ESP32-S3 chip Specifications
Open source
https://docs.px4.io/main/en/peripherals/remote_id.html
standard Remote ID vs Remote ID broadcast module
In the USA, the FAA defined two Remote ID product classes: a) standard Remote ID and b) Remote ID broadcast module.
Standard Remote ID products communicate with the flight controller and allow to fly BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line Of Sight). A second advantage is that the pilot can view the Remote ID status in flight control software such as Mission Planner or QGroundControl. On the other hand, Remote ID broadcast module are stand-alone products and are only allowed for VLOS flight (Visual Line of Sight).
The DroneBeacon MAVLink/DroneCAN product family is a standard Remote ID solution.
Certified manufacturing
The DroneBeacon MAVLink/DroneCAN product family are produced with high quality and environmental standards:
FAA ready
Specifications
DroneBeacon db201 transponder
Best choice for most users. (Drop-in replacement for the db200 module that is End of Life.)
Short-range radio
Bluetooth and WiFi 2.4GHz, output power (ERP): + 20 dBm (100 mW)
FCC/CE certified radio module (ESP32C3 based)
Antenna
3 dBi omni-directional antenna (IPEX connector) included
Power
+5V supplied from TELEM or CAN port
Firmware
open source ArduRemoteID, supports OTA firmware upgrade via the web interface
Connectivity
2x JST GH 4-pin CAN (DroneCAN) port
1x JST GH 6-pin TELEM (MAVlink, UART) port
LED lights
power and status LED
CAN termination resistors
yes (software controlled)
Fastening mechanism
4x M2 screws
IP rating
none
Operating temperature
-40 °C to 85 °C
Dimensions
38 x 32 x 5 mm (without antenna)
Weight
5 grams (without antenna)
DroneBeacon db202mav transponder
Cost-effective solution with only 1 MAVLink port.
Short-range radio
Bluetooth and WiFi 2.4GHz, output power (ERP): + 20 dBm (100 mW)
FCC/CE certified radio module (ESP32C3 based)
Antenna
no antenna provided. The antenna connector is IPEX3 (not u.FL) An IPEX3 antenna can be bought here (or Adafruit).
Power
+5V supplied from TELEM port
Firmware
open source ArduRemoteID, supports OTA firmware upgrade via the web interface
Connectivity
1x JST GH 6-pin TELEM (MAVlink, UART) port
LED lights
power and status LED
Fastening mechanism
4x M2 screws: 20 x 20 mm grid
IP rating
none
Operating temperature
-40 °C to 85 °C
Dimensions
26 x 26 x 5 mm (without antenna)
Weight
2.6 grams (without antenna)
DroneBeacon db203can transponder
Cost-effective solution with only 1 DroneCAN port.
Short-range radio
Bluetooth and WiFi 2.4GHz, output power (ERP): + 20 dBm (100 mW)
FCC/CE certified radio module (ESP32C3 based)
Antenna
3 dBi omni-directional antenna included The antenna connector is IPEX3 (not u.FL)
Power
+5V supplied from CAN port
Firmware
open source ArduRemoteID, supports OTA firmware upgrade via the web interface
Connectivity
1x JST GH 4-pin CAN (DroneCAN) port
LED lights
power and status LED
Fastening mechanism
4x M2 screws: 20 x 20 mm grid
IP rating
none
Operating temperature
-40 °C to 85 °C
Dimensions
31 x 26 x 5 mm (without antenna)
Weight
2.8 grams (without antenna)
DroneBeacon db210pro transponder
Feature-rich solution with 2 MAVLink ports and 2 DroneCAN ports.
Short-range radio
Bluetooth and WiFi 2.4GHz, output power (ERP): + 20 dBm (100 mW)
FCC/CE certified radio module
Powerful dual-core Espressif ESP32S3 chip with 16 MB flash and 8 MB PSRAM
Antenna
3 dBi omni-directional antenna (IPEX (u.FL) connector) included
Power
+5V supplied from TELEM or CAN port
Firmware
open source ArduRemoteID, supports OTA firmware upgrade via the web interface
Connectivity
2x JST GH 4-pin CAN (DroneCAN) port
2x JST GH 6-pin TELEM (MAVlink, UART) port
1x Buzzer OUT
6x spare GPIO pins
LED lights
power LED and 2x color status LED
CAN termination resistors
yes (software controlled)
Fastening mechanism
4x M2 screws: 25 x 25 mm grid
IP rating
none
Operating temperature
-40 °C to 85 °C
Dimensions
42 x 33 x 5 mm (without antenna)
Weight
6 grams (without antenna)
DroneBeacon db110 transponder (legacy)
Short-range radio
Bluetooth and WiFi 2.4GHz, output power (ERP): + 20 dBm (100 mW)
Antenna
2 dBi antenna (SMA connector)
Power
5V (UART connector or USB-C, current: 50 to 100 mA (depends on transmission mode))
UART
4-port screw terminal, settings configurable (baud rate, stop bits, parity, data bits)
LED lights
charging, configuration mode
Enclosure
plastic (PETG)
Fastening mechanism
3M Dual-lock or M5 screws using the screw noses
PCB-only version: M2 screws
IP rating
none, (it is waterproof if the UART connector is sealed.)
Operating temperature
-5°C to +40°C
Dimensions
99 x 66.5 x 11.5 mm (without antenna). With antenna, the height is 42 mm
PCB-only version: 78 x 63 x 10 mm (without antenna). With antenna, the height is 40 mm
Weight
33 grams
PCB-only version: 20 grams