I have had the SE now for a couple of months to replace my original Mini And the SE is at least a 30% better improvement over the original which was an awesome drone and its own respect...
wow, this is really incredible. As a ham radio guy, this kind of basic antenna mod is something that we all do to triple our signal strength. What's also great with this kind of antenna is that not only does the transmitter have gain increase, but the signal it receives as well. But you probably know all that. Such a neat video and thank you for sharing.
I use the yagis on the original Mini And I'm able to get absolutely great range with no issues even up to 2 mi out with no video cutouts even in a Wi-Fi congested area I've sworn by them for the past year
Glad to see that you finally flew with a Yagi. Been flying with them on my Mini for about a year and a half now and I won't fly without them. BTW for those who are wondering I'm not Craig the spotter 😁
Here's my Mini SE / Yagi experience: the Yagi antennas alone did little, max range (usually over flat, dense swampy forests) stayed at about .75 miles out. The Yagi parabolics and antennas more than doubled the range, 2 days ago it went 3383 meters (2.1 miles) out, which broke my previous record by 800 meters. Once I forgot to put on the antennas and it went over 2000 meters out with just the parabolics. So I say use both antennas and parabolics and learn how to to keep the controller continually pointed right at the drone.
Facts i have the Ruko f11 Gim 2. And i got the combo and you're absolutely correct. ✊🏿💪🏿✊🏿💪🏿. Using them as one is best! Sure using Yagi alone is great and vice versa. But using Yagi and parabolic together is EVEN A BETTER.
I want a set of them, there awesome range, and thanks for heads up on not butting the yagis on till done pre flight check ect. Excellent flying, thanks for the beautiful views. Quality!
Excellent info. I'd still recommend spending the addtional $150.00 for The Mini 2 though. It's a refined version of The SE. Simply smoother and doesn't have that occasional glich of an unexpected "Spaz". Don't get me wrong. I love my "Little Work Horse". (The SE).
These antenna don't actually connect to anything so any signal improvement should be minimal and yagi antennas are definitely directional just like the parabolic antenna.
I saw a video where he flew out 21,000 feet (4 miles) stock antennas, similar terrain, I don't understand why reception would be a problem, especially as that was the absolute limit of time and battery.
Hello! Nice upgrade product. I’ve heard that the WiFi struggles with water, as in signal issues through trees because of water content. Would these help overcome this issue? Snow on the trees might just be too much? Thanks
Many Thanks for this great video. You sold me on the mini SE. Am looking at the Yagis, which one shall I buy? There's 5.7ghs and 2.4ghz. Assuming it's the 5.7ghs?
Lots of good points in this one. The clam shell vs yagi distinction was one I hadn't considered. And great scenery of course. I'm visiting Alaska next year and am debating amongst myself whether to get a Mini for the trip.
thank you for this amazing test video. this area is absolute ideal for the range test. anyway, palm landing is the most ideal for this mini drone. I have my mini 2 gimbal is often stuck and wobbling because of landing on a dusty area. :(
@@DadRandom thanks... After reviewing my bad habit from the beginning, now my go and home place to my mini 2 has always been my palm. Sometimes it a little bit scary. I have several Times had my fingers bleeding because i got my landing drone wrong. But i survived, my drone is happier now :D
Queestion? If you flew from the ridge with that as it's home altitude, 1) what happens when flying over a deep canyon over 400'? 2) If flown from the ridge and that's the set altitude can you fly what would be negative down into the canyon or would you get some kind of error? Thanks
+Lucky Larry your altitude is determined by the takeoff point, not the geographical. The drone has no way as of now to know the terrain. LiDAR is on its way. Soon. This information will be known by more pricey drones. Planning for flights is always detailed out by first understanding the place you are flying and making decisions based on your chosen takeoff point. Hope this answers the question.
I'd like to order these but i live in europe. Is there any europe equivalent of these that i can actually order? Do any 5.8 ghz yagi and mirror combo's work? Could you provide a link?
Awesome videos! I live in a city area and there isn’t a lot of open space. Should I get a mini 2 for occusync or the mini se with the Yagi extenders. Thanks!
Great video. I recently lost the Mavic Mini 1 to the Pacific ocean and I am looking at picking up the SE. I noticed at the 2:00 mark you mentioned you were going with the Mini 2 battery today. Are you suggesting that you can use the Mini 1 battery as well? I have two Mini 1 batteries left from my fly more combo, so if they can be repurposed for the SE that would be great. Thanks
@@DadRandom Thanks Dad random! I read that the 5.8ghz is better for "busy" areas such as in the city, etc. The 2.4 was said to get much better range in open areas with no interference. I just received my 2.4 yagi in the mail and will try it this weekend, will let you know what the results are.
Very nice test. I'll still stick with my big drones, but it's nice to know these work for beginners. I've recommended it to some newbies recently as yesterday.
@@w.e.s. We aren't going to have any trouble flying the big ones. For what it's worth, I'm also a 107 pilot and I'll get the remote ID modules once they get available. I don't know why you would think we won't be able to fly the big ones anymore. If you don't have the remote ID, I'm thinking that even the small sub 250gram drones are going to be restricted as to where you fly them, If they don't have a remote ID module, which would put it over the 250 grams. Just because you don't have to register them, doesn't mean the rules don't apply.
No, the mini 1 can’t fly with both batteries. The SE has the upgraded motors, props, electronics. I went out a super long way. 12000 feet with the Mini 1. I could do 14000 feet with the mini SE. No, I would own a mini 2 if I already had the mini 1. This drone for $299 nobody can touch it for a beginner drone.
Ive been tossing the idea of getting the se drone or the mini 2, most of my flying would be in rural areas but I worry about signal strength with lots of trees and hills . The yagi antenna in the radio world is used to focus the radio signal in a certain direction , radio operators have the antenna installed on a rotating mast and the controller has 360 degree indicator to show where the signal is being directed... So if those antennas really do work like a yagi then facing the drone would be beneficial , the weak part of the signal would be off to the sides but directly behind you would be the second strongest direction ....
@@lunaticfpv17 it'll exist in 2 months...pre-order is about to come out. I believe if u bought the mavic 3 for what it's worth u wouldn't need to buy another drone for the next 5 to 8 years. Ull spend that in 8 years on cheap drones if ur really hardcore into them. I wouldn't buy a drone though just for a trip...
I bought my son a mini se...i ahve an original mavic pro I bought in 2017 and its still going strong. I get 8000 meters before any glitches..and up to 8600 before video dies...i bought the add on antennas for the SE..these and parabolic...just like on my mavic..they really didnt work. The title saying just like occusync?? Definitely not..ive got 560 flights on my mavic pro... And I wish the SE would work on my Mavic remote..the original mavic remote displays info without signal
No, no.. no.. Yagi its just array director for more gain, more directive anttena. Thats just passive antenna to inductive driven antena on your remote control. Occusync its technologi able to choose cleanest chanel in two band between 2.4 and 5.8 Ghz
Great video and thank you. They actually sell the Yagi combo for around $20, comes with parabolic and silicone copper extensions.
The mini SE is the best budget option as of this date.
Will, who sells it ? can you link me to it, thanks man, Roost
This Mini is one ☝🏻 of the best drones I’ve ever flown. Plus, the $ can’t be equaled. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ stars
I have had the SE now for a couple of months to replace my original Mini And the SE is at least a 30% better improvement over the original which was an awesome drone and its own respect...
More ground shots please.
wow, this is really incredible. As a ham radio guy, this kind of basic antenna mod is something that we all do to triple our signal strength. What's also great with this kind of antenna is that not only does the transmitter have gain increase, but the signal it receives as well. But you probably know all that. Such a neat video and thank you for sharing.
I use the yagis on the original Mini And I'm able to get absolutely great range with no issues even up to 2 mi out with no video cutouts even in a Wi-Fi congested area I've sworn by them for the past year
Yes, very nice easy cheap hack
Glad to see that you finally flew with a Yagi. Been flying with them on my Mini for about a year and a half now and I won't fly without them. BTW for those who are wondering I'm not Craig the spotter 😁
Yes, Craig… I can’t believe I haven’t used these. So simple.
Here's my Mini SE / Yagi experience: the Yagi antennas alone did little, max range (usually over flat, dense swampy forests) stayed at about .75 miles out. The Yagi parabolics and antennas more than doubled the range, 2 days ago it went 3383 meters (2.1 miles) out, which broke my previous record by 800 meters. Once I forgot to put on the antennas and it went over 2000 meters out with just the parabolics. So I say use both antennas and parabolics and learn how to to keep the controller continually pointed right at the drone.
Yagis are no joke
Wich ones did you buy?
Facts i have the Ruko f11 Gim 2. And i got the combo and you're absolutely correct. ✊🏿💪🏿✊🏿💪🏿. Using them as one is best! Sure using Yagi alone is great and vice versa. But using Yagi and parabolic together is EVEN A BETTER.
The only word I have is WOW!
Im gona save this vid for when I get my mini se
SE is going to blow your mind. That good 👍🏻
Yagi antenna are way more directional, so you have to point at the drone. you could loose signal very easely if you are off by 20 degrees
+Yves informel I stood pointing it backwards and the dipole antenna are not obstructed. A huge plus with the Yagi antenna.
@@DadRandom I saw one guy using a parabolic + yagi even better
I just got the Mini SE pretty impressive for the price it goes for I’m have to invest in these Yagi antenna range
Great choice
I can't wait to get my SE. It comes in this week. This will be my first drone. I've flown the old school helicopters before though.
In India drones price too high 😢, here huge demand of dji drones 💯
Love from India ❤✌️
That’s a shame. You would have some great places to fly there
@@DadRandom yes there is lots of places in my area
I use both to Together the Yogi's and the clam shell Give me the best of both worlds.
Clams are really good with a one direction flight. Need to keep the drone on the front, but with the yagis, you have more 360 coverage
I want a set of them, there awesome range, and thanks for heads up on not butting the yagis on till done pre flight check ect. Excellent flying, thanks for the beautiful views. Quality!
These babies work excellent
Awesome Video and Information Dad!
Happy Flying!
+Paul L Thomas the best drone for the price. No question.
Old school review. Looking good
+David Bastin back to my roots 😎
Excellent info. I'd still recommend spending the addtional $150.00 for The Mini 2 though. It's a refined version of The SE. Simply smoother and doesn't have that occasional glich of an unexpected "Spaz". Don't get me wrong. I love my "Little Work Horse". (The SE).
When I put this video up, the prices were different. I would agree with you as far as the mini 2 as well as occusync added. 4k
Twice the price in New Zealand
These antenna don't actually connect to anything so any signal improvement should be minimal and yagi antennas are definitely directional just like the parabolic antenna.
Thanks ordered the Yagis!
Great video thanks just ordered the Mini SE plus the yagis and subscribed 😎👍🏻
For the money, it’s really hard to beat. The DJI platform is really good any way you go
Thanks 🙏🏼
Great video, yes those yagis work well, they really work well for the original mavic air
Hope you are doing well. The Ebike king
I saw a video where he flew out 21,000 feet (4 miles) stock antennas, similar terrain, I don't understand why reception would be a problem, especially as that was the absolute limit of time and battery.
No, not with stock
someone did push the mini 1 to 5.3km and barely made it back
+CoolWeatherVids the mini 1 was the most fun drone most people will ever fly, it’s just so easy.
Brilliant I’m ordering mine now!
Hello! Nice upgrade product. I’ve heard that the WiFi struggles with water, as in signal issues through trees because of water content. Would these help overcome this issue? Snow on the trees might just be too much? Thanks
Watched the video and ordered some for my SE which arrives on Thursday. Hopefully the first decent drone I've ever bought.
+joeking55555 the SE is a fun and solid platform. I highly recommended it.
I just love my DJi mini 1 and 2. Thanks for the review. Subbed and liked. Cheers 🍻 🍻 🍻 from the Philippines.
+Sammy Gizmo thanks so much for your support!
@@DadRandom you are most welcome. Take care
Many Thanks for this great video. You sold me on the mini SE. Am looking at the Yagis, which one shall I buy? There's 5.7ghs and 2.4ghz. Assuming it's the 5.7ghs?
I placed a link in the description that I recently updated for the yagis
So cool I'm going to get them thanks guy
Is anyone able to find the yagi in stock anywhere for the Mini SE? I've checked alot of vendors in Canada. All seem out of stock.
EBAY should have them, will need to order from CHINA
Lots of good points in this one. The clam shell vs yagi distinction was one I hadn't considered. And great scenery of course. I'm visiting Alaska next year and am debating amongst myself whether to get a Mini for the trip.
$299 best throw away drone. Quiet and the video??? What you think? Not bad! I am
Going to do a side by side video with air 2s
Get a mini 2 or a 3 since it's about to be released
When you use these on the Mini SE, do you need to change any settings in the transmission section in the App?
No
thank you for this amazing test video. this area is absolute ideal for the range test. anyway, palm landing is the most ideal for this mini drone. I have my mini 2 gimbal is often stuck and wobbling because of landing on a dusty area. :(
use some compressed air and dust out the gimbal as best you can. The magnets are probably full of dust
@@DadRandom thanks... After reviewing my bad habit from the beginning, now my go and home place to my mini 2 has always been my palm. Sometimes it a little bit scary. I have several Times had my fingers bleeding because i got my landing drone wrong. But i survived, my drone is happier now :D
It was good to see your "friend" "Craig" 😂
Running this morning.
Spectacular country.
My friend Craig!
Great sir thank you
+@ramlalbavaliya your welcome
Hello fried , after your publication the yagi antennas were sold out , gretting from chile
Queestion? If you flew from the ridge with that as it's home altitude, 1) what happens when flying over a deep canyon over 400'?
2) If flown from the ridge and that's the set altitude can you fly what would be negative down into the canyon or would you get some kind of error?
Thanks
+Lucky Larry your altitude is determined by the takeoff point, not the geographical. The drone has no way as of now to know the terrain. LiDAR is on its way. Soon. This information will be known by more pricey drones. Planning for flights is always detailed out by first understanding the place you are flying and making decisions based on your chosen takeoff point.
Hope this answers the question.
So how high does it actually? go max height I mean? People keep saying different things
I don’t know, feet is my limit here on the mountain. High enough.
I'd like to order these but i live in europe. Is there any europe equivalent of these that i can actually order? Do any 5.8 ghz yagi and mirror combo's work? Could you provide a link?
The video has a YAGI link in the description
They are 5.8
Thankyou
ua-cam.com/video/RuIFyJpFHqw/v-deo.html How High will it FLY ?
nice video! were you flying the 2.4ghz model?
Awesome videos! I live in a city area and there isn’t a lot of open space. Should I get a mini 2 for occusync or the mini se with the Yagi extenders. Thanks!
Yes, get a Mini 2 for sure! 🤓
Are you transmitting at 5.8 or 2.4 ghz? I read these don’t work for 2.4 ghz.
5.8ghz
Another great post. 👍👍✌️
But how is the extenders in the city
They would help, but signal interference still happens to even the best transmission systems. The new AVATA has issues with the occusync
Can u do mini se height test with yagi antenna
Great video. I recently lost the Mavic Mini 1 to the Pacific ocean and I am looking at picking up the SE. I noticed at the 2:00 mark you mentioned you were going with the Mini 2 battery today. Are you suggesting that you can use the Mini 1 battery as well? I have two Mini 1 batteries left from my fly more combo, so if they can be repurposed for the SE that would be great. Thanks
Yes, the beauty of the SE is that you can fly with both battery systems!
Hola amigo, gracias por tu video , yo tambien compre las yagis , saludos desde Santiago Chile
+Claudio Christian Miranda Del Valle thank you Christian! 🙏🏼
So comparing with the Mini 2 the only difference will be the 4k camera if we use Yagis on the Mini SE ;-)
Yes, the flight time is pretty much the same as well. Takes both battery systems
👽😍
THANK YOU SO MUCH. 👉 Appreciate your taking the time to stop by.
Is that the 2.4 or 5.8?
5.8
Nice thank you for sharing
+Chel Bella thank you so much for watching.
great video thank you.
+barry jessop you are welcome. Thanks for the follow and comment 🤜🏻💥🤛🏻
nice one
just ordered some yagi's
Great fix for improving performance
Just ordered them lol farthest I got out was 500m stock which I have a video of on my channel I definitely could have went farther though lol
‘gone’ further…
Would the 2.4ghz Yagi be better for distance?
No, the next step would be to amplify the signal. Or use directional patch antennas
@@DadRandom Thanks Dad random! I read that the 5.8ghz is better for "busy" areas such as in the city, etc. The 2.4 was said to get much better range in open areas with no interference. I just received my 2.4 yagi in the mail and will try it this weekend, will let you know what the results are.
What part of Colorado? I’m up along the front range and love my mini se just bought some parabolics and yagis for it to try out!
I am in Southern Utah
Oh ok lol just noticed the Colorado hat subscribed!!
@@DadRandom do you live in Ivins or just go out there to record
Great view
How high can fly?
400ft high
Está versão é FCC ?
Yes
Is there a digital zoom option on the mini se?
+Christon Taylor sorry but no… unfortunately
Nice looking area of the country!
+James Funk thank you for the comment! Please check out other video reviews and flights! 🤜🏻💥🤛🏻
Very nice test. I'll still stick with my big drones, but it's nice to know these work for beginners. I've recommended it to some newbies recently as yesterday.
This drone can scout your locations without worrying about loss. That’s the value for a big drone flyer. The Evo 2 PRO is my favorite the last 2 years
Only difference between minis and your "big drones" is the price...oh ya in a nother year you won't be able to fly you big uns.
@@w.e.s. We aren't going to have any trouble flying the big ones.
For what it's worth, I'm also a 107 pilot and I'll get the remote ID modules once they get available. I don't know why you would think we won't be able to fly the big ones anymore.
If you don't have the remote ID, I'm thinking that even the small sub 250gram drones are going to be restricted as to where you fly them, If they don't have a remote ID module, which would put it over the 250 grams. Just because you don't have to register them, doesn't mean the rules don't apply.
@@YellowRoseDrones the gumment doesn't need to know my bidness
@@DadRandom if i had the money that Evo is the bomb, lots of folks going out over 5 miles thats badass
great demo of the yagi, wish your screen recorder would have worked
+Lone Star UAV thanks Kai 🤜🏻💥🤛🏻
Some awesome scenery. I was debating to grab the SE but I was like .. why ? I got the Mini 1 lol. They do the same thing right ?
No, the mini 1 can’t fly with both batteries. The SE has the upgraded motors, props, electronics. I went out a super long way. 12000 feet with the Mini 1. I could do 14000 feet with the mini SE. No, I would own a mini 2 if I already had the mini 1. This drone for $299 nobody can touch it for a beginner drone.
Yea the se blows the mini 1 out of the water. Especially with wind stability
what is the maximum altitude sir?
+EPIC SAFAR 1560 feet
Not sure if that's se...no screen recording... not se
Yes, it’s an SE. check out my many other videos.
Check the battery bay
Is that the CE or the FCC model?
FCC
How far?
10k is the max about 2 miles with this controller.
Great place, where is this at?
Ive been tossing the idea of getting the se drone or the mini 2, most of my flying would be in rural areas but I worry about signal strength with lots of trees and hills .
The yagi antenna in the radio world is used to focus the radio signal in a certain direction , radio operators have the antenna installed on a rotating mast and the controller has 360 degree indicator to show where the signal is being directed... So if those antennas really do work like a yagi then facing the drone would be beneficial , the weak part of the signal would be off to the sides but directly behind you would be the second strongest direction ....
I would buy the mini 2 instead if you have lots of obstacles
I'll tell you what, the thing I almost hate about mini 2 is it's flight distance. It's transmission system way outranges it's flight capabilities.
Ya I got a mini 2 and a spark and thinking about selling them and buying a mini 3 or mavic 3
@@w.e.s. well a mavic 3 costs WAY more, and a mini 3 doesn't exist
@@lunaticfpv17 it'll exist in 2 months...pre-order is about to come out. I believe if u bought the mavic 3 for what it's worth u wouldn't need to buy another drone for the next 5 to 8 years. Ull spend that in 8 years on cheap drones if ur really hardcore into them. I wouldn't buy a drone though just for a trip...
I bought my son a mini se...i ahve an original mavic pro I bought in 2017 and its still going strong. I get 8000 meters before any glitches..and up to 8600 before video dies...i bought the add on antennas for the SE..these and parabolic...just like on my mavic..they really didnt work.
The title saying just like occusync?? Definitely not..ive got 560 flights on my mavic pro... And I wish the SE would work on my Mavic remote..the original mavic remote displays info without signal
@@tedbundy2797 the mini se doesn't have enough battery to fly anywhere near 8.6 kilometers 😅
No, no.. no..
Yagi its just array director for more gain, more directive anttena.
Thats just passive antenna to inductive driven antena on your remote control.
Occusync its technologi able to choose cleanest chanel in two band between 2.4 and 5.8 Ghz
+MTB TRAVEL mini SE is amazing isn’t it? Yes, gain booster.
Nothing compares to occusync
True