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Raspberry Pi 3 wifi/ethernet bridge SharkRF openSPOT
Raspberry Pi 3 model B configured as a wifi/ethernet bridge for the #SharkRF #openSPOT #hamr #pi3 http://sharkrf.blogspot.ca
Why Hotspot
Why a hotspot ???
I don't know anything about these or why I would want one though.
ANSWER ::I understand as I did receive a few emails with questions regarding the unit. In a previous article (the DV4mini review) I did explained in the introduction the purposed of a digital hotspot. Maybe I should have used is again. You can find the complete article on my personal website in the publication page. Below you will find part the introduction text of this review. Hope this help.
"More and more modulation protocols from different vendors are now available for the ham community, including D-STAR, DMR, and C4FM (Yaesu’s System Fusion). In the ham digital world, a reflector is a server connected to the Internet that acts as a virtual repeater. Digital hotspots provide the ability for amateurs to connect to those Internet reflectors from their digital transceivers. Hotspots contain a low-power transmitter and receiver for amateur frequencies, and plug into a computer connected to the Internet. "
I don't know anything about these or why I would want one though.
ANSWER ::I understand as I did receive a few emails with questions regarding the unit. In a previous article (the DV4mini review) I did explained in the introduction the purposed of a digital hotspot. Maybe I should have used is again. You can find the complete article on my personal website in the publication page. Below you will find part the introduction text of this review. Hope this help.
"More and more modulation protocols from different vendors are now available for the ham community, including D-STAR, DMR, and C4FM (Yaesu’s System Fusion). In the ham digital world, a reflector is a server connected to the Internet that acts as a virtual repeater. Digital hotspots provide the ability for amateurs to connect to those Internet reflectors from their digital transceivers. Hotspots contain a low-power transmitter and receiver for amateur frequencies, and plug into a computer connected to the Internet. "
SharkRF IP Connector Protocol server
SharkRF IP Connector Protocol server
This daemon can be used to create your own private radio network using SharkRF devices like openSPOT, or your own custom software/hardware, as the SharkRF IP Connector Protocol is open source.
Simply it's like a TAC310 off of the DMR network. A standalone talkgroup.
All connected and logged in clients receive the data you send to the server.
VE3SP
SharkRF IP Connector Protocol server [Testing]
Setup ::
Client Setup for the SharkRF IP Connector Protocol server
1.) create/use within your DMR radio :: Talkgroup 9
2.) in the connector select :: SharkRF IP Connector Client
This daemon can be used to create your own private radio network using SharkRF devices like openSPOT, or your own custom software/hardware, as the SharkRF IP Connector Protocol is open source.
Simply it's like a TAC310 off of the DMR network. A standalone talkgroup.
All connected and logged in clients receive the data you send to the server.
VE3SP
Dashboard
SharkRF IP Connector Protocol server [Testing]
Setup ::
Client Setup for the SharkRF IP Connector Protocol server
1.) create/use within your DMR radio :: Talkgroup 9
2.) in the connector select :: SharkRF IP Connector Client
sharkrf :: Add-ons for Firefox
sharkrf :: Add-ons for Firefox
Artist
Rizal Fauzi
https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/sharkrf/
https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/sharkrf/
SharkRF openSPOT Configuring the IP Connector Server Step By Step (Linux * Debian)
SharkRF openSPOT Configuring the IP Connector Server Step By Step (Linux * Debian)
Here is a script to auto install the srf-ip-conn-srv. This allows you to run a server that your sharkrf can connect to. The below instructions are for debian based linux distros.
Make sure you have the build-essential and cmake to compile the program
Part #1
https://forum.sharkrf.com/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=1070
The below link will take you there if you need a good place to start. This tutorial is written as part two, picking up directly where part one left off.
Here is a script to auto install the srf-ip-conn-srv. This allows you to run a server that your sharkrf can connect to. The below instructions are for debian based linux distros.
Make sure you have the build-essential and cmake to compile the program
Part #1
https://forum.sharkrf.com/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=1070
The below link will take you there if you need a good place to start. This tutorial is written as part two, picking up directly where part one left off.
SharkRF on DMR setup
The Openspot first with the supplied network cable (it can also be used another) to connect to the Internet router. Then connect the power supply to the openspot and then plug the power supply into the socket. The Openspot now starts.
After 1 minute, the Openspot is ready for operation.
Since no screen can be connected to the Openspot, all settings are set via the Internet browser. To do this, go to http://192.168.1.128/openspot.html_gz#login. The digits 192.168.1.128 are to be replaced by the IP address, which the Openspot has in its own network.
The password is entered after the call. The default password is: openspot
Click on "Connectors" at the top of the blue bar.
Click on "Advanced mode" in the blue bar.
Now select "Homebrew / MMDVM" under Connectors and click on the blue field "Switch to selected". The question, which appears please answer with "CHANGE MODEM MODE".
After 1 minute, the Openspot is ready for operation.
Since no screen can be connected to the Openspot, all settings are set via the Internet browser. To do this, go to http://192.168.1.128/openspot.html_gz#login. The digits 192.168.1.128 are to be replaced by the IP address, which the Openspot has in its own network.
The password is entered after the call. The default password is: openspot
Click on "Connectors" at the top of the blue bar.
Click on "Advanced mode" in the blue bar.
Now select "Homebrew / MMDVM" under Connectors and click on the blue field "Switch to selected". The question, which appears please answer with "CHANGE MODEM MODE".
VE3SP SharkRF OpenSPOT solar power mobile
VE3SP SharkRF OpenSPOT Solar Power Mobile Hotspot
With SharkRF openSPOT you do not need a computer or Rasperry PI. Everything is already integrated in the blue box so that DMR(digital mobile radio) = Brandmeister / DMRplus / DMR-MARC or FUSION or DStar operation can be started immediately after the one-time necessary settings (capturing the own DMR ID, etc.).
The openSPOT requires the following hardware for operation:
• openSPOT
• Internet connection via Ethernet cable (no WLAN!)
The openSPOT works with a simplex frequency, which you can choose by yourself. It is available as a 70 cm version.
Motorola SL7550 aka SL4000 EMEA
Motorola Bluetooth connect to SL7550
Extra Battery SL7550
by : VE3SP Andre
Parts List below :
With SharkRF openSPOT you do not need a computer or Rasperry PI. Everything is already integrated in the blue box so that DMR(digital mobile radio) = Brandmeister / DMRplus / DMR-MARC or FUSION or DStar operation can be started immediately after the one-time necessary settings (capturing the own DMR ID, etc.).
The openSPOT requires the following hardware for operation:
• openSPOT
• Internet connection via Ethernet cable (no WLAN!)
The openSPOT works with a simplex frequency, which you can choose by yourself. It is available as a 70 cm version.
Motorola SL7550 aka SL4000 EMEA
Motorola Bluetooth connect to SL7550
Extra Battery SL7550
by : VE3SP Andre
Parts List below :
DMR Hotspot from SharkRF
DMR Hotspot from SharkRF
A few years ago, I picked up some used MOTOTRBO gear to use on our local DMR repeater system (MOTOTRBO is Motorola’s version of DMR). Here in Colorado, the Rocky Mountain Ham Radio group has been instrumental in establishing a great network of DMR repeaters, a real asset for Colorado radio amateurs. See Rocky Mountain Ham Radio TRBO/DMR Network. Worldwide, the DMR-MARC organization has created a robust network of MOTOTRBO repeaters in over 60 countries.
A more recent development is the establishment of the BrandMeister Network,
which promotes more of a homebrew approach to DMR. This evening, the
BrandMeister dashboard shows 634 industrial repeaters (commercial
equipment), 263 homebrew repeaters and over 1300 hotspots of various
types. A variety of DMR hotspots are available, including the DV4mini. I’m not going try to list all of the hotspots available as I’m sure I’ll miss something. The SharkRF openSPOT caught my attention because of this excellent review by John ‘Miklor’ K3NXU. Because of its popularity, the openSPOT is on backorder (price: 182.5 Euro).
A few years ago, I picked up some used MOTOTRBO gear to use on our local DMR repeater system (MOTOTRBO is Motorola’s version of DMR). Here in Colorado, the Rocky Mountain Ham Radio group has been instrumental in establishing a great network of DMR repeaters, a real asset for Colorado radio amateurs. See Rocky Mountain Ham Radio TRBO/DMR Network. Worldwide, the DMR-MARC organization has created a robust network of MOTOTRBO repeaters in over 60 countries.
SharkRF openSPOT sloor mobile
This is an example of a setup by VIC v01vt how he is setup with the sharkrf openspot for mobile with a solar mobile charger
IOGEAR NetShair Nano - Ultra Portable Wi-Fi Router, Access Point GWPAP1
Solar External Battery Charger
IOGEAR NetShair Nano
Solar External Battery Charger
IOGEAR NetShair Nano - Ultra Portable Wi-Fi Router, Access Point GWPAP1
Solar External Battery Charger
IOGEAR NetShair Nano
Solar External Battery Charger
Solar External Battery Charger
Solar External Battery Charger, 5000mAh Others 15000mAh Batteries,
Power Portable Bank and Generator for Cell Phones, Multiple USB Kit
Charging Station Panel, Defiant Tactical Stinger LED Flashlight
Solar External Battery Charger
Solar External Battery Charger
TP-Link Wireless Travel Router
TP-Link Wireless Travel Router
TP-Link TL-WR802N Wireless N300 Travel Router, Nano Size, Router/AP/Client/Bridge/Repeater Modes, 300Mbps, USB Powered
TP-Link+Wireless+Travel+Router
TP-Link TL-WR802N Wireless N300 Travel Router, Nano Size, Router/AP/Client/Bridge/Repeater Modes, 300Mbps, USB Powered
TP-Link+Wireless+Travel+Router
IOGEAR NetShair Nano - Ultra Portable Wi-Fi Router, Access Point GWPAP1
IOGEAR NetShair Nano - Ultra Portable Wi-Fi Router, Access Point GWPAP1
- Super compact design USB powered ultra-portable Wi-Fi router with USB pass-through
- Converts any wired Internet connection to Wi-Fi
- Perfect accessory for Ultra books, MacBook Air and other devices without Ethernet ports
- Serves as a DHCP Router or Access Point
- Plugs into any USB port or USB charger for power
- USB pass-though (no loss of USB port when connected)
- Free apps for iPod/iPhone/iPad and Android operating systems
- IEEE 802.11b/g/n compliant 150Mbps speed, Supports WEP, WPA and WPA2 64/128 bit security
OpenSPOT Tp-Link nano router model # TL-WR702N Setup
I'm having an issue getting the Tp-Link nano router model # TL-WR702N to see my openspot device.
I've gone thru the instructions on router but I think I need someone to walk me thru the procedure on setting up the router correctly. I want to use this in my mobile with iPhone. I can get the iPhone to access the routers web interface but when I have the openspot connected to router I have red LED flashing on status trying to connect. I think I just may not have router set correctly.
Any help very appreciated.
I've gone thru the instructions on router but I think I need someone to walk me thru the procedure on setting up the router correctly. I want to use this in my mobile with iPhone. I can get the iPhone to access the routers web interface but when I have the openspot connected to router I have red LED flashing on status trying to connect. I think I just may not have router set correctly.
Any help very appreciated.
Review - SharkRF openSPOT
Review - SharkRF openSPOT
OK, so what is a hotspot?
A hotspot an interface that allows you to connect to a digital network directly without the need of an actual repeater. There are several variations of hotspots available. Some may require your PC or Raspberry Pi interface, but the SharkRF openSPOT is a small stand alone IP gateway that connects directly to your internet router via the Ethernet connection. No other equipment required.
The openSPOT was developed by two hams that not only understand what hams want, need, and enjoy, but know how to make it work with minimal setup. With features not found in other hotspots, the bottom line is, they did it right.
openspot01So, here's my take on openSPOT.
OK, so what is a hotspot?
A hotspot an interface that allows you to connect to a digital network directly without the need of an actual repeater. There are several variations of hotspots available. Some may require your PC or Raspberry Pi interface, but the SharkRF openSPOT is a small stand alone IP gateway that connects directly to your internet router via the Ethernet connection. No other equipment required.
The openSPOT was developed by two hams that not only understand what hams want, need, and enjoy, but know how to make it work with minimal setup. With features not found in other hotspots, the bottom line is, they did it right.
openspot01So, here's my take on openSPOT.
