Amimon CONNEX, the wireless HD video transmission system, now has a baby brother. The CONNEX Mini (£1099) is smaller, lighter and cheaper than the original CONNEX.
It should make it more suitable for commercial drones but the trade-off for the smaller/lighter is reduced maximum transmission range. The original CONNEX boasts up to 1 kilometre or 3000 feet - that's double the 500 metres a drone would normally be allowed to fly in the UK but in the real world it gives you something in reserve.
The Amimon Connex Mini transmitter and receiver
The CONNEX Mini, on the other hand, will transmit up to 500 metres or 1500 feet. That's still within the UK drone operating limits and may still be suited to your style of operation. Because it is smaller, lighter and cheaper it might be just what you're looking for. It certainly represents a good entry level package for Amimon products.
Connex Mini on a DJI S900
It's definitely suited to many other HD video link applications where remote or mounted cameras need to be monitored with the best picture quality and zero latency. The exciting CONNEX Mini video at the start of this article gives you some ideas - handheld camera stabilisers like the DJI Ronin or Ronin M, and a GoPro camera linked to an Atomos 4K recorder.
The CONNEX Mini receiver attached to a recorder/monitor
Amimon Connex and GoPro
CONNEX Mini’s advanced 5GHz transmitter with automatic channel selection ensures safe and reliable connectivity, which isn't affected by interference from 2.4GHz radio links used to control a drone . Up to four screens can be supported by its multicasting facility, all in HD. The CONNEX Mini kit includes all antennas, cables and connectors required for link setup. The CONNEX Mini also comes with an app. There are Windows, Mac OSX and Android versions.
If you already have an original Amimon CONNEX system then you'll be pleased to hear that the latest firmware upgrade to V3.0 will bring with it double the number of frequencies and manual tuning.
For those of you who still like this sort of video, here's an unboxing of the Amimon CONNEX Mini. At least you know what you're getting for your money and what good value it is.
Feature
CONNEX
CONNEX Mini
Latency
Zero
Zero
Range
1 km / 3000 feet
500m / 1500 feet
Resolution
1080p60
1080p60
Channel BW
40 MHz (11 channels) 20 MHz (22 channels)*
40 MHz
Manual Frequency Selection
Yes*
No
Management App
Win, Mac OSX, Android*
Win, Mac OSX, Android
Air Unit Weight
130 gms / 4.5 oz
60 gms / 2.1 oz
Dimensions
103 x 64 x 16 / 129 x 89 x 20
66 x 45 x 15 / 100 x 71 x 17
RRP
£1299.00
£1099.00
* Version 3.0 firmware includes new capabilities. All CONNEX systems are upgradeable to this version.
Orders placed before 3pm will be dispatched same day.
We use DPD which is tracked and insured.*
Weekend delivery options available!**
* Other options available ** Enter your shipping address at checkout to see relevant shipping options.
Extended returns policy
*Product must not be activated.
Instant replacement of DOA (Dead On Arrival) products, including fault diagnosis over the phone with one of our 4 technicians, free returns and replacements of faulty items.
Warranty repairs and replacements at no extra cost including access to repairs infrastructure in the UK from a DJI Approved Repair Centre.
Firmware upgrade and setup support if required.
Data analysis and premium customer support for Heliguy™ customers.
End of Line - the product and accessories are no longer being produced, new parts will not be available and it will not be supported by future updates.
End of Production – the product has been discontinued and no more will be produced.
End of Availability - sales of this product by DJI are discontinued, but you might still find stock with an enterprise dealer like heliguy™.
End of Development - DJI will not provide software updates unless there is a security issue that needs to be fixed
End of Service - DJI will not provide maintenance or technical support for this product, but you might still find parts and repair services from a DJI repair centre like heliguy™
Amimon CONNEX, the wireless HD video transmission system, now has a baby brother. The CONNEX Mini (£1099) is smaller, lighter and cheaper than the original CONNEX.
It should make it more suitable for commercial drones but the trade-off for the smaller/lighter is reduced maximum transmission range. The original CONNEX boasts up to 1 kilometre or 3000 feet - that's double the 500 metres a drone would normally be allowed to fly in the UK but in the real world it gives you something in reserve.
The Amimon Connex Mini transmitter and receiver
The CONNEX Mini, on the other hand, will transmit up to 500 metres or 1500 feet. That's still within the UK drone operating limits and may still be suited to your style of operation. Because it is smaller, lighter and cheaper it might be just what you're looking for. It certainly represents a good entry level package for Amimon products.
Connex Mini on a DJI S900
It's definitely suited to many other HD video link applications where remote or mounted cameras need to be monitored with the best picture quality and zero latency. The exciting CONNEX Mini video at the start of this article gives you some ideas - handheld camera stabilisers like the DJI Ronin or Ronin M, and a GoPro camera linked to an Atomos 4K recorder.
The CONNEX Mini receiver attached to a recorder/monitor
Amimon Connex and GoPro
CONNEX Mini’s advanced 5GHz transmitter with automatic channel selection ensures safe and reliable connectivity, which isn't affected by interference from 2.4GHz radio links used to control a drone . Up to four screens can be supported by its multicasting facility, all in HD. The CONNEX Mini kit includes all antennas, cables and connectors required for link setup. The CONNEX Mini also comes with an app. There are Windows, Mac OSX and Android versions.
If you already have an original Amimon CONNEX system then you'll be pleased to hear that the latest firmware upgrade to V3.0 will bring with it double the number of frequencies and manual tuning.
For those of you who still like this sort of video, here's an unboxing of the Amimon CONNEX Mini. At least you know what you're getting for your money and what good value it is.
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