MINI

Debut MINI series represents a breakthrough in solar-powered GPS-ACC devices specifically crafted forattachment on the back. Weighing just 5 to 6 grams, this series offers a multitude of transmission options
including 2G (GSM), 4G (CAT1), 5G (LTE-M & NB-IoT), LoRa, and Argos.

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BASIC SPECIFICATIONSMODELMINI standard / P1 / M1
Standard/lite

M1

Appearance

Dimensions (LWD,antennae excluded)

20.6mm × 20.6mm × 11.5 mm (standard)
18 mm × 19.5mm × 8~20mm (P1)
20.5mm × 27mm × 11mm (M1)

Battery Type30mAh lithium polymer rechargeable battery with under/over-charge protection

Battery Life

Over 300 positions under optimal GNSS satellite view at 5-minute interval

Solar TypeGaAs solar unit (30% efficiency) with good performance under weak light

Housing

ABS & PC injection molding (standard), X-Glue (P1), or nylon 3D-printed (M1)

ColorLight brown for injection molding housing, white or customized for P1/M1

Antenna

External, 0.4mm titanium alloy with protective coating (by default)

GNSS ModulePrecision: CEP (50%) 5mMaximum update rate: 10 Hz

Working Temperature-20°C~60°C (enough for very cold winter if close to warm-blood animal body)

Waterproof＞IP 68 (2 ATM for injection molding)-

GNSS: longitude, latitude, altitude, altitude (ellipsoid), course, satellitequantity

Data Types-

ENV: voltage, light intensity, temperature-

ODBA (overall dynamic body acceleration)-

ACC: x/y/z acceleration data (upon request)-

Beacon: with Debut series gateway devices

Collected data will be stored in memory before transmission.

Data Storage

Working Schedule
Firmware Upgrade-

Flash memory: 16 MB-

Regular data storage: 460 days at default setting (1h GNSS+1h ENV+10 min
ODBA)

-

BOOST data storage: 280,000 pieces-ACC data storage: 28,700 pieces

Programmable from 1 min, changeable via 2G/4G/5G network, or instantly via
INTELINK (Bluetooth)
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SUB-MODELS
Name

WeightMINI 2G【1】Antenna Length (GPS/Transmission)

6.3±0.1g

50 mm / 95 mm

MINI 2G lite【2】5.8±0.1g

50 mm / 95 mm

MINI 2G M1【3】5.0±0.1g

50 mm / 95 mm

MINI 2G M2【4】5.3±0.1g

N/AMINI 2G P1【5】5.0±0.1g

50 mm / 95 mm

MINI 2G P1 ECM20【6】5.5±0.2g

50 mm / 95 mm

MINI 4G

6.5±0.1g

46 mm / 114 mm

MINI 4G lite

5.8±0.1g

46 mm / 114 mm

MINI 4G M1

5.0±0.1g

46 mm / 114 mm

MINI 4G P1

5.0±0.1g

46 mm / 114 mm

MINI 4G P1 ECM20

5.5±0.2g

46 mm / 114 mm

MINI 5G

5.8±0.1g

61 mm / 95 mm

MINI 5G M1

5.0±0.1g

61 mm / 95 mm

MINI 5G P1

5.0±0.1g

61 mm / 95 mmMINI 5G P1 ECM20

5.5±0.2g

61 mm / 95 mm

Note:
[1]

This is standard version using injection molding

housing. See the photo to the right for reference.
[2]“lite”signify the implementation of specialized craftsmanship aimed at reducing weight. Theoretically, these"lite" models may exhibit increased vulnerability to electromagnetic interference from the surrounding
environment compared to their regular counterparts. However, field tests have demonstrated that despite thissusceptibility, the "lite" models perform comparably to the regular ones when utilized in wilderness settings.
[3]M1 refers to a unique housing crafted from 3D-

printed nylon material. This housing features abottomless design, allowing users to customize it
according to their preferences. Additionally, allcomponents are waterproofed using our X-Coating
technique to exceed the IP68 standard.
[4]

M2 involves a unique treatment where the originally protruding

antennas are coiled around the surface of the case. This design is
specifically aimed at species prone to pulling or biting the antennas.
However, this modification comes with trade-offs: increased power
consumption, heightened susceptibility of GPS signals to environmental
interference, and a higher likelihood of network transmission failures.
3 / 12Nevertheless, our extensive field tests indicate satisfactory performance for shorebirds inhabiting well-lit andopen environments. For other species, careful evaluation is advised.
[5] P1 refers to the X-Glue sealing technique primarily aimed at reducing
weight.

[6]

ECM20 denotes a customized version with thesolar panel elevated to 20 mm (total device height).
See photo to the right for reference.

TRANSMISSION MODULE
2G:

◼

Band

Uplink（MHz）

Downlink（MHz）

Output Power（dBm）

GSM850824.2 ~ 848.8

869.2 ~ 893.8

33

EGSM900

880.2 ~ 914.8

925.2 ~ 959.8

33

DCS1800

1710.2 ~ 1784.8

1805.2 ~ 1879.8

30

PCS1900

1850.2 ~ 1909.8

1930.2~ 1989.8

Maximum uplink/downlink data rate: 85.6 Kbps/85.6 Kbps◼

4G:
BandUplink（MHz）

Downlink（MHz）

Output Power（dBm）

LTE-FDD B1

1920 ~1980

2110 ~2170

23 dBm±2.7 dB

LTE-FDD B31710 ~1785

1805 ~1880

23 dBm±2.8 dB

LTE-FDD B5

869～894824～849

23 dBm±2.9 dB

LTE-FDD B8880 ~915

925 ~960

23 dBm±2.1 dB

Maximum output power: 23 dBm
Maximum uplink/downlink data rate: 5 Mbps/10 Mbps◼

5G

MINI 5G supports both NB-IoT and LTE-M (or called eMTC) frequency bands. You can activate selected bands
for usage in different regions. Below lists all the bands that are supported.
NB-IoT bands
Band

Duplexf (MHz)

Uplink (MHz)mode

Downlink

UL/DL

DuplexChannel(MHz)

Bandwidth

spacing

bandwidths

(MHz)

(MHz)

(kHz)

B1

HD-FDD2100

1920-1980

2110-2170

60

190

180(/200)

B2

HD-FDD1900

1850-1910

1930-1990

60

80

180(/200)
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1800

1710-1785

1805-1880

7595180(/200)

B4HD-FDD

1700

1710 -1755

2110 -2155

45400180(/200)

B5HD-FDD

850

824-849869-8942545180(/200)

B8HD-FDD

900

880-915925-960

2545180(/200)

B11HD-FDD

1500

1427.9-1447.9

1475.9-2048180(/200)

1495.9
B12HD-FDD

700

699-716729-746

1730180(/200)

B13HD-FDD

700

777-787746-756

1031180(/200)

B14HD-FDD

700

788-798758-768

1030180(/200)

B17HD-FDD

700

704-716734-746

1230180(/200)

B18HD-FDD

800

815-830

860-8751545180(/200)

B19

HD-FDD800

830-845875-8901545180(/200)

B20

HD-FDD800

832-862791-8213041180(/200)

B25

HD-FDD1900

1850-1915

1930-1995

65

80180(/200)

B26

HD-FDD850

814-849859-8943545180(/200)

B28

HD-FDD700

703-748758-8034555180(/200)

B31

HD-FDD450

452.5-457.5

462.5-467.5510180(/200)

B66

HD-FDD

1700

1710-1780

2110-2200

70/90

400

180(/200)f(MHz)

Uplink (MHz)

Downlink

UL/DL

DuplexChannel(MHz)

Bandwidth

spacing

bandwidths

(MHz)

(MHz)

(MHz)

LTE-M (eMTC) bands
Band

Duplexmode

B1HD-FDD

2100

1920-1980

2110-217060

1901.08(/1.4)

B2HD-FDD

1900

1850-1910

1930-1990

60

80

1.08(/1.4)

B3

HD-FDD1800

1710-1785

1805-1880

75

95

1.08(/1.4)

B4

HD-FDD

1700

1710 -1755

2110 -2155

45

400

1.08(/1.4)

B5

HD-FDD850

824-849869-89425

45

1.08(/1.4)

B8

HD-FDD900

880-915925-96025

451.08(/1.4)

B11

HD-FDD

1500

1427.9-1447.9

1475.9-20

48

1.08(/1.4)

1495.9B12HD-FDD700

699-716729-7461730

1.08(/1.4)

B13

HD-FDD700

777-787746-756

10311.08(/1.4)

B14HD-FDD

700

788-798758-7681030

1.08(/1.4)

B17HD-FDD

700

704-716734-746

12301.08(/1.4)

B18HD-FDD

800

815-830

860-875

15451.08(/1.4)

B19

HD-FDD800

830-845875-89015451.08(/1.4)

B20

HD-FDD800

832-862791-82130

41

1.08(/1.4)
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B25

HD-FDD1900

1850-1915

1930-1995

6580

1.08(/1.4)

B26

HD-FDD850

814-849859-89435

451.08(/1.4)

B28

HD-FDD700

703-748758-8034555

1.08(/1.4)

B31

HD-FDD450

452.5-457.5462.5-467.5

5101.08(/1.4)

B66

HD-FDD

1700

1710-1780

2110-2200

70/90

4001.08(/1.4)

Maximum output power: 23 dBm

6 / 12MINI ARGOSMINI Argos provides both GNSS data, and Doppler locations estimated by the Argos system. Additionally, it
is equipped with multiple sensors capable of generating data that reflects ambient environmental conditions
and animal activity and behaviors.
In addition to scheduled Argos transmission, MINI Argos utilizes patented INTELINK® technology to transmit
data to smartphones or Debut series gateway devices. This facilitates ground search operations, retrieval ofdata stored onboard (often exceeding the capacity for Argos transmission), and enables real-time modelingbased on raw acceleration data downloading and tagging using specialized tools.

SUB-MODELS
Name

WeightAntenna Length

MINI Argos

5.8±0.1g

54 mm / 178 mm

MINI Argos M1

5.0±0.1g

54 mm / 178 mm

4.8±0.1g

54 mm / 178 mm

5.2g±0.2g

54 mm / 178 mm

MINI Argos P1 ECM175.2g±0.2g

54 mm / 178 mm

MINI C2 Argos

9.6±0.2g

54 mm / 178 mm

MINI Argos P1MINI Argos P1 ECM20

[1]

[2]

Note: [1] ECM20 and ECM 17 denotecustomized versions with the solar panel
elevated to reach 20/17 mm total device
height. See photo to the right for reference.
[2]

MINI C2 Argos is a customized version

for the purpose of using a bigger battery(210mAh). The dimensions are 46.6mm
long, 16.2~19.5mm wide (top and bottom),and6.7mm~11.2mm

high(topandbottom). See photo to the right forreference.

TRANSMISSION BANDS
Duplex mode
Single frequencyf（MHz）
400

Uplink（MHz）
399.99-401.690

Duplex spacing

Bandwidths

Downlink

（MHz）

（KHz）

（MHz）

1.79

10466

TRANSMISSION STRATEGYMINI Argos monitors Argos satellite pass and attempts transmission only when a satellite is over head. Thismode is particularly recommended for long-distance migrating species, but it is also advisable for otherspecies when you are unfamiliar with satellite pass schedules in the tracking region.
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A crucial parameter is the "GNSS queue," which determines how many of the latest GNSS data points should
enter the queue for Argos transmission attempts. Since Argos transmits one piece of GNSS data per time
following a 90s/60s periodic pattern during satellite passes, and the device does not confirm whether thesatellite has successfully received it, setting an appropriate GNSS queue value ensures that you receive thedata as complete as possible.
The GNSS queue should be configured considering the GNSS interval you set, as well as the satellite passduration of the region (the longer the pass, the more data can be transmitted). A successful example is at anorth latitude of 43°, for birds with favorable solar charging conditions, where GNSS data was collected every
30 minutes, and the GNSS queue was set to 20. In this scenario, the researcher can receive 48 non-repetitive
GNSS data points per day.
If another transmission strategy is required to suit the study's scenario and objectives, such as periodic or ontime transmission, please contact your sales manager for configuration assistance.

8 / 12MINI LORAMINI LoRa utilizes a proprietary LoRa protocol for data transmission. When paired with a professional gateway
device like the HUB from Druid, MINI LoRa enables data downloading from distances of 8 to 10 kilometers in
an ideal environment.

SUB-MODELSNameWeight

Antenna Length

MINI LoRa

5.8±0.1g

54 mm / 180 mm

MINI LoRa M1

5.0±0.1g

54 mm / 180 mm

MINI LoRa P1

4.8±0.1g

54 mm / 180 mm

MINI LoRa P1 ECM20

5.2g±0.2g

54 mm / 180 mm

TRANSMISSION BANDS
Specifications

LoRa

INTELINK

Frequency Bands

150~960 MHz

2.4 GHz

Maximum Output Power

22 dbm

8 dBm

Maximum Data Rate

62.5 kbps

1 Mbps

10 km

50 m

Transmission Distance (ideal condition in field)

TRANSMISSION STRATEGYMINI LoRa employs either LoRa or INTELINK for data transmission, necessitating the configuration of signal
broadcasting duty cycles for both transmission modes. When the device is within range of an INTELINK
connection (and within range of LoRa connection as well), it adheres to the duty cycle configuration todetermine which type of connection should be established.
By default, the duty ratio for LoRa is set lower than that for INTELINK due to its higher power consumption.
This approach enhances data transmission efficiency while also managing energy consumption more
effectively.

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ANTENNA OPTIONSANTENNA MATERIAL OPTIONSTypeDescription

Weight ChangeA

0.2mm titanium alloy wire with waterproof coating- 0.1g for 2G/4G- 0.2g for Argos/LoRa

B

0.4mm titanium alloy wire with waterproof coating

Default【1】C

0.8mm titanium alloy rope (7*7 wires braided)+ 0.3g for 2G/4G+ 0.6g for Argos/LoRa

ANTENNA ROOT PROTECTION OPTIONS
Type

Description

Weight Change

Default

Plastic tube

Default 【2】Extra strengthened

Spring with double-layer plastic tube

+ 0.3gNote: [1] By default, 0.4 mm titanium alloy wire with waterproof coating is used, toachieve the balance between weight and toughness. The weight change of otheroptions is calculated based on the default version. Generally, the thicker theantenna, the more resilient it is.
[2]

By default, only plastic tube is used, to achieve the balance between weight andtoughness. The weight change is calculated based on the default version.

In the below photos, from the left:-the top-left shows default antenna (B)+ default antenna root protection;-the top-right shows default antenna (B) + extra strengthened antenna root;-the bottom-left t shows antenna material C + default antenna root protection;-the bottom-right shows antenna material C + extra strengthened antenna root.

10 / 12PRICING
Sub Model-Name

Device （Feed Subscription）

Ecotopia Data Services [1]Debut Renewal

RetailPromotion(per unit per year)

Plan [2]MINI 4G

1199

N/A

131.88249

MINI 4G lite

1199

N/A

131.88249

MINI 4G M1

1299

N/A

131.88299

MINI 4G P11299

N/A131.88

299

MINI 4G P1 ECM20

1299

N/A131.88

299

MINI Argos

1199

N/A59.88

249

MINI Argos M1

1299

N/A59.88

299

MINI Argos P1

1299

N/A59.88

299

MINI Argos P1 ECM20

1299

N/A

59.88

299

MINI Argos P1 ECM17

1299

N/A

59.88

299

MINI C2 Argos

1299

N/A59.88

299

Note: The prices are in US dollar.
[1]

To know more about Ecotopia Data Service, please click:https://www.ecotopiago.com/help/en/#/essential/data_service/overview[2]

To know more about Debut Renewal Plan, please click:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IM75JLGhsHU&t=6s[3]

The promotion period is 2023 Sep 1 ~2024 December 31.

11 / 12ACCESSORIESMINI series is designed with flexible holes to support harness attachment on back or waist.

BACK-MOUNT
Each device will be provided along with 1 meters of 1.5 mm
wide UHMWPE tape (for harness use) and 6 aluminum rings(for binding the harness) for free.

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