Launched in March 2023, the DJI Mini 2 SE is a welcomed addition to DJI’s Mini line of drones.
Weighing in at 246g the Mini 2 SE is nice for newcomers whereas staying in compliance with varied Nations’ drone laws.
A welcome addition to this up to date line of Mini SE drones is that it now not makes use of a restrictive WiFi transmission system, however as an alternative the extra strong and highly effective DJI O2 video transmission sign, which means the Mini 2 SE can fly additional distances, on a cleaner and stronger sign.
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We’ll take an in-depth have a look at the DJI Mini 2 SE’s RC-N1 controller, in addition to the steps to cost, hyperlink, and reside stream on the controller. We can even reply a couple of steadily requested questions.
Suitable Controllers
For these unaware, the earlier iteration of the DJI Mini SE drone used the identical distant controller as the unique DJI Mini: a scaled-down and primary model of the unique DJI Mavic Air controller.
In flip, the DJI Mavic Air controller was even a scaled-down model of the unique DJI Mavic controller.
As with DJI’s newer drones, particularly the DJI Mini 2, Mini 3, Mini 3 Professional, Air 2, Air 2S, and Mavic 3 strains, the DJI Mini 2 SE additionally now makes use of the tried and true DJI RC-N1 distant controller.
The DJI RC-N1 is the one distant controller the Mini 2 SE is at present suitable with. Meaning no DJI RC compatibility for the Mini 2 SE on the foreseeable horizon.
Why has the Mini 2 SE upgraded to this newer controller?
It’s because the Mini 2 SE now not makes use of DJI’s enhanced WiFi transmission system, which was very restrictive in power and distance, solely offering transmission as much as 2.48 miles (4km).
The Mini 2 SE now makes use of the stronger DJI O2 (OcuSync 2.0) transmission system. This transmission gives a stronger sign, susceptible to much less interference for as much as a distance of 6.21 miles (10km).
The DJI RC-N1 is ready to accommodate this improve.
The RC-N1 Controller
For these new to the DJI RC-N1 controller, the controller feels very stable in hand and, not like the earlier Mini SE controller, has no components of the controller that should be unfolded to carry onto a smartphone or system.
The RC has rubberized grips on the again that match within the hand very nicely.
The RC-N1 has no rabbit ear antennas that have to be flipped up and dealing with the proper method to work correctly.
As a substitute, there’s a dual-purpose antenna and smartphone holder/mount on the RC-N1 that slide up from contained in the physique of the distant controller.
The face of the RC-N1 has the next buttons and switches:
- Return to Residence button (RTH)
- Cine, Regular, and Sport mode swap
- Energy button (press then long-press-hold to activate)
- FN (Operate) Button – will be personalized in quite a lot of methods
- Digicam Button
- 4 LED indicator/standing lights
The highest of the RC homes the next:
- Slide-out built-in antenna and smartphone holder/mount
- Digicam and video set off button
- Scroll-wheel to regulate the pitch of the digicam gimbal
- 2 indented pads to lock in a wise system or pill mount
Packing up and storing the RC-N1 is made barely extra handy.
The two thumbsticks will be eliminated and there’s a place on the backside of the RC to deal with the two detachable thumbsticks.
There’s additionally a USB-C charging port positioned on the backside.
Additionally, the Smartphone to Distant Controller USB-C connecting cable is positioned within the house underneath the slide-up antenna and is hidden from view when the antenna is down.
Linking the RC-N1 Controller
To hyperlink the Mini 2 SE to the RC-N1:
- Join your smartphone/system to the RC-N1 controller, utilizing the provided matching cables.
- Open the DJI Fly app in your smartphone/system after which activate the RC-N1, by single-pressing the facility button as soon as, then urgent and holding briefly.
- On the DJI Fly dwelling display screen, press the Connection Information button on the backside proper of the display screen.
- Scroll via the record of obtainable/supported drones, till you discover the Mini 2 SE and choose it.
- The RC-N1 will seek for the Mini 2 SE, whereas giving directions on turning on the plane. Energy on the Mini 2 SE, by single-pressing the facility button as soon as, then urgent and holding briefly.
- There will probably be an Unable to hook up with Plane message on the backside of the display screen. Press that message indicator.
- You will notice a Pair button onscreen. Press the button. The RC-N1 will beep, letting it’s in pairing mode.
- Press and maintain the facility button on the underside of the Mini 2 SE for 4 seconds till it beeps, indicating it’s in pairing mode.
The Mini 2 SE will then pair with the RC-N1 controller.
Charging the RC-N1 Controller
The DJI RC-N1 takes roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes to cost. Fortunately, like with many DJI peripherals, charging the RC-N1 is simple.
Sadly, the usual Mini 2 SE package deal doesn’t include both a provided USB-C or 18-Watt USB Charger. There’s a USB-C cable included within the Flymore Combo.
To cost the RC-N1:
- Join the USB-C cables A-side to an 18-watt USB-C charger. Plug the charger right into a wall outlet.
- Plug the USB-C aspect of the cable into the USB-C connector on the backside of the RC-N1.
The 4 LEDs on the entrance of the RC-N1 will point out the distant controller is now charging.
Suitable Gadgets
As a result of the RC-N1 is working the DJI Fly app, there’s a broad assortment of good units which can be suitable with the distant controller.
In gentle of this, a query many have is: Will the Mini 2 SE work with an iPad?
Sure, the Mini 2 SE will work with an iPad. Nonetheless, the iPad have to be working, at a minimal, iOS 11.0. Along with iPads, the Mini 2 SE can even work on iPhones working iOS 11.0 or increased.
Some may additionally be questioning what Android OS units are suitable with the RC-N1.
The RC-N1, working the DJI Fly app is suitable, based mostly on DJI’s compatibility record, with the next {hardware} manufacturing units (Smartphones and Tablets), working, at a minimal, Android 6.0, though increased variations of the Android OS are really useful.
Samsung, HUAWEI, Honor, Mi, Redmi, OPPO, Vivo, OnePlus, Pixel
Relating to telephones and tablets not talked about right here, DJI has this to say:
DJI is unable to fit exams on all cellphones out there available on the market, as telephone software program and {hardware} replace steadily. Cell units not on the compatibility record haven’t been verified for normal use. In idea, a tool that meets system necessities can be utilized, however the steady efficiency of the app can’t be assured. We suggest that you simply obtain the app first after which test compatibility.
DJI Help
Ceaselessly Requested Questions (FAQ)
Can the Mini 2 SE Stay Stream?
As a result of reside streaming is managed from throughout the DJI Fly app, you’ll be able to reside stream footage from the Mini 2 SE to YouTube.
You’ll simply want to make sure you are on the DJI Fly app model 1.4.12 or increased.
For in-depth particulars, directions, and movies on establishing Stay Streaming from throughout the DJI Fly app, please see:
Why doesn’t my controller work with my Mini 2 SE?
There are some things that may trigger this. The primary is making certain you’re utilizing a DJI RC-N1 controller to attach your Mini 2 SE.
As talked about beforehand, there are not any different distant controllers that work with the Mini 2 SE, outdoors of the RC-N1, together with the RC that was beforehand launched with the unique Mini SE.
If you’re utilizing the RC-N1 that was included with the drone or fly extra combo, and discover you’re nonetheless having points connecting, it might be certainly one of quite a lot of causes, not restricted to:
Broken USB-C cable
To find out if that is the problem, strive utilizing a special cable. Though the cable could look pristine from the surface, there might be injury or a kink internally, stopping the cable from working correctly.
The included USB-C cable is reversed within the RC-N1
That is one thing that occurs every so often, particularly if the connecting cable is faraway from the controller.
Upon placing the cable again, the connection aspect might be inadvertently positioned within the storage finish as an alternative of the connection finish.
If trying in the back of the RC with the antenna prolonged, the aspect of the USB-C cable with the picture of an RC (connection finish) will should be on the left-hand aspect of the RC (connection port).
The fitting-hand portion of the cable would hook up with a wise system or cellphone.
On Android Gadgets, USB debugging could at present be off
To run the DJI Fly app on an Android system, USB Debugging must be on.
If you’re working an Android system, be sure that USB debugging is at present enabled by doing the next:
1. Go to System Settings > About Cell Telephone
2. Faucet “Model Quantity” shortly 7 to 10 instances till the system says: “You’re in developer mode!”
3. Seek for “Improvement” within the System Settings.
4. Go to Developer Choices;
5. Navigate the display screen till you see the “USB Debugging” possibility.
I broken my controller – the place can I get a substitute?
Fortunately the RC-N1 controller will be bought individually if you happen to discover you want a substitute. Amazon has official DJI RC-N1 controllers on the market, in addition to different respected retailers.
To not be neglected, there are common gross sales of the RC-N1 domestically, in addition to via Fb and drone-related boards.
If going this route, it’s suggested you do your homework to make sure you obtain high quality, working objects in a secure method.
