DroneBeacon ext power
Remote ID transponder

The DroneBeacon ext power modules are so-called direct or broadcast Remote ID long-range transponders, equipped with its own GPS receiver and needs to be powered by the drone. A transponder is also called add-on, tracker, tag or (wireless) number plate. The DroneBeacon ext power modules has two flavors: a transponder with enclosure or a PCB only. It is compliant with the (upcoming) standards in the EU and USA. The FAA has approved our modules for usage in the USA. Furthermore, the transponder is optimized for long range due to its transmit power and antenna design. It also supports all transmission protocols for maximum flexibility.

 

DroneBeacon ext power modules can be attached to a drone by using the included M3 dual-lock stickers or use the M5 screw noses. On the other hand the PCB modules have 4x mounting holes. There is a status LED to show the status. The transponder can be configured easy using any device, by pressing the configuration button and connect to the dronebeacon Access Point.

  • db121

    2nd generation module with enclosure

  • db121pcb

    2nd generation PCB module

  • db151

    3nd generation module with enclosure. Smaller and protection against voltage spikes.

  • db151pcb

    3nd generation PCB module. Smaller and protection against voltage spikes.

Users (in the USA) need to register their drone at the FAA website: https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/register_drone  In the EU you need to enter the operator ID in the configuration settings.

video upgrade firmware

video configure operatorID

June 2024: see this product notification. We advise all users to upgrade to the latest firmware in order to be fully compliant.

Applications for the DroneBeacon Remote ID transponder

DroneBeacon ext power modules transponders are the perfect Remote ID add-on for drones that fly within visual line of sight (VLOS).  Do you need a transponder with battery?  The DroneBeacon db120/db150 will be a better choice. For customers that also want to use an external GPS, the db152fpv/db153fpv is a better fit. Do you want to integrate the transponder with your drone? The DroneBeacon db201 MAVLink will be a better choice.

db121: DoC RID000000088

db121pcb: DoC RID000000089

db151: DoC RID000002218

db151pcb: DoC RID000002217

EU Declaration of Conformity

External audits:

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Specifications db151

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FAA approval

RID000002218

NDAA compliant

components are not on the NDAA blacklist

Short-range radio

Bluetooth and WiFi 2.4GHz, output power (ERP): + 20 dBm (100 mW)

Positioning

GPS, 2.5m positioning precision

Antennas

0 dBi WLAN/BLE antenna (internal omni-directional high-performance PCB antenna)

0 dBi GLS antenna

Power

2-pin JST-GH 1.25mm connector 4.75 – 15 V

reverse polarity protection

voltage spike protection

LED lights

status, configuration mode

Enclosure

plastic (nylon)

Fastening mechanism

3M dual-lock or M5 screws using the screw noses

IP rating

IP43

Operating temperature

-10°C to +50°C

Dimensions

32 x 30 x 22 mm. With screw nodes the dimensions are 32 x 47 x 22 mm

Weight

~7.3 grams

Specifications db151pcb

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FAA approval

RID000002217

NDAA compliant

components are not on the NDAA blacklist

Short-range radio

Bluetooth and WiFi 2.4GHz, output power (ERP): + 20 dBm (100 mW)

Positioning

GPS, 2.5m positioning precision

Antennas

3 dBi WLAN/BLE antenna (IPEX3 connector)

0 dBi GPS antenna (IPEX connector)

Power

2-pin JST-GH 1.25mm connector 4.75 – 15 V

auxiliary unpopulated 2.54mm header 4.75 – 15 V

reverse polarity protection

voltage spike protection

LED lights

status, configuration mode

Fastening mechanism

4x M3 screws

Operating temperature

-10°C to +50°C

Dimensions

27 x 27 x 5 mm

20 x 20 mm mounting hole grid M3.

Weight

~3.8 gram (including antennas, without ~2.5 gram)

Specifications db121

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FAA approval

RID000000088

NDAA compliant

components are not on the NDAA blacklist

Short-range radio

Bluetooth and WiFi 2.4GHz, output power (ERP): + 20 dBm (100 mW)

Positioning

GPS, GLONASS, 2.5m positioning precision

Antennas

0 dBi WLAN/BLE antenna (internal omni-directional high-performance PCB antenna)

0 dBi GLS antenna

Power

2-pin JST-GH 1.25mm connector 5 – 14 V

LED lights

status, configuration mode

Enclosure

plastic (nylon)

Fastening mechanism

3M dual-lock or M5 screws using the screw noses

IP rating

IP43

Operating temperature

-5°C to +40°C

Dimensions

36 x 38 x 28 mm. With screw nodes the dimensions are 36 x 55 x 28 mm

Weight

11 grams

Specifications db121pcb

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FAA approval

RID000000089

NDAA compliant

components are not on the NDAA blacklist

Short-range radio

Bluetooth and WiFi 2.4GHz, output power (ERP): + 20 dBm (100 mW)

Positioning

GPS, GLONASS, 2.5m positioning precision

Antennas

3 dBi WLAN/BLE antenna (IPEX connector)

0 dBi GPS antenna (IPEX connector)

Power

2-pin JST-GH 1.25mm connector 5 – 14 V

auxiliary unpopulated 2.54mm 2-pin header 5 – 14 V

LED lights

status, configuration mode

Fastening mechanism

4x M2 screws

Operating temperature

-5°C to +40°C

Dimensions

33 x 35 x 5 mm

Weight

5 grams (including antennas)